{"id":43549,"date":"2024-04-12T08:26:54","date_gmt":"2024-04-12T06:26:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visitsmaland.se\/destinationer\/glasriket\/"},"modified":"2026-04-09T13:21:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T11:21:40","slug":"the-kingdom-of-crystal","status":"publish","type":"destination","link":"https:\/\/www.visitsmaland.se\/en\/destinations\/the-kingdom-of-crystal\/","title":{"rendered":"The Kingdom of Crystal"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Mouth-blown glass is one of the most well-known craft traditions in Sweden. What we know as the Kingdom of Crystal is nestled in the forests of Sm\u00e5land between V\u00e4xj\u00f6 and Kalmar. Here, there are thirteen different glassworks and studio hot shops, each with its own distinct features. Everything from the largest and oldest Kosta glassworks to small studio hot shops with one or two skilled glassmakers who often are also their own designers.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n

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Glass has been produced here since 1742, and different types of glass \u2013 both art and utility glass \u2013 are produced here. The unique feature is that you are always welcome into the warm glassblowing …