STOCKHOLM, September 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The vast forests of Sweden possess both beauty and tranquility – but also drama and mystique. Visit Sweden invites travelers to experience the country’s myth-filled forest in a haunting audio story, only available in the Swedish Forest, home to some of the world’s most famous folk beings. The short story is written by international bestselling author John Ajvide Lindqvist.
See a video trailer of the story: https://youtu.be/X2nLmi6dCIE
Sweden welcomes travelers with a chilling audio story from acclaimed author John Ajvide Lindqvist! The twist? You can only take part of it in the Swedish Forest. Get ready for a truly unique experience – if you dare… Read more: https://visitsweden.com/spellbound-by-sweden/
literary adventure in Sweden forest
The new audio story Oven brings mythical Swedish nature to life, enticing listeners deeper into the forest. The story is experienced in first person, inviting listeners to walk in the footsteps of a character who encounters the enchantress huldra, a forest nymph. However, those looking to experience the haunting story for themselves can only do so if they are present in the Swedish Forest. A geo-restriction has been applied to make the story fully immersive, inviting the listener to discover the mystery of Sweden with all their senses.
“The supernatural has always played an active role in Swedish culture. It’s more than a backdrop for the crime stories and Nordic film noir that made the country famous,” says John Ajvide Lindqvist. is invited to discover it for in a truly immersive experience.As a horror author, when I enter a forest, all I have to do is see the dark side of a stone or the knots of a tree to trigger my imagination. Nature seems to come to life and draw you to come after.”
The myths and legends behind Visit Sweden’s empowering invitation
The audio story brings Sweden rich folk history to life. More and more people are traveling to Swedenattracted by its unspoiled natural landscapes and progressive way of life, as evidenced by many popular TV series, books and films.
“Looking at what travelers are looking for when planning a vacation, many are craving to experience something new. We want to inspire the world to come and experience something completely different,” says Nils Persson, Marketing Director, Visit Sweden. Sweden’s forests have historically been home to many fascinating creatures, now we want to show the world their hauntingly beautiful home… if you dare.”
For those who dare, the geo-restricted audio story is available for free on Visit Sweden website. On the website, visitors can also discover the best places to learn about history and information about different mythological creatures from Swedish folklore.
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Learn more about the experience: https://visitsweden.com/spellbound-by-sweden/
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