June 24: Gothenburg at Tanjong Priok (Indonesia)

The Swedish Ship "Gothenburg" - a reconstruction of a ship from the mid-18th century  is now one of the largest fullrigged wooden sailing ships in the world, and meets international safety requirements for ocean going vessels.

The project is based on modern research combined with the revival of traditional methods of craftsmanship dating from the 18th century. Anyone meeting the East Indiaman "Gothenburg" under full sail out at sea would find it impossible to distinguish her from the original ship. Above the waterline, the "Gothenburg" is a historical sailing ship. The modern machinery and the majority of the advanced technical equipment have been concealed deep down in the hull.

A feat that many considered impossible has now been achieved. The magnificent 18th century ship is sailing again!

Click here (http://www.soic.se/engelska/inenglish.4.1e228bcf782be0db97fff408.html) to visit the official website.

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