Once a grand walled town and a major stronghold of Danish power, Halmstad is now the golf capital of Sweden. Halmstad lies in the middle of the wonderful west coast, in one of Sweden's most expansive regions. Along with the adjacent Ringenas and Frosakull beaches, this is one of the longest beaches in Scandinavia. During the summer months, Halmstad transforms into a pulsating Riviera. There are several open air activities that can be enjoyed like golf, football, and handball. There are also a variety of museums and galleries offering exhibitions by both Swedish and international artists.