Why Gothenburg? TOXINS 2021 Basic Science and Clinical Aspects of Botulinum and Other Neurotoxins Gothenburg (or Göteborg in Swedish), Sweden’s second city and Scandinavia’s largest port, is located at the mouth of the Göta älv river on the country's west coast. This sleek modern city oers a wealth of culture, shopping, sights, restaurants and nightlife. Gothenburg is home to the Liseberg Amusement Center, Scandinavia’s largest amusement park and Sweden’s most popular tourist attraction. The city also has excellent museums such as the Gothenburg Museum of Art with its superlative collection of Nordic and international artwork, including those of world-renowned masters such as Edvard Munch, Anders Zorn, Picasso, Chagall, Monet, and Rembrandt. Among its many parks and nature reserves are Slottsskogen, Gothenburg’s largest park which contains a mini-zoo, and the adjacent Botanical Garden, which has over 16,000 plant species and is an oasis for relaxation with spectacular views of the city. Avenyn, the city’s grand boulevard boasts nightlife, shopping, and restaurants. The trendy Haga district features boutiques, specialty shops, and cafés. Gothenburg is widely regarded as the culinary capital of Sweden, and is known for its world-class seafood, excellent vegetarian and vegan eateries, award-winning restaurants, and a host of food trucks and breweries. The city is also characterized by a vibrant and diverse music scene. Over 20 islands in the nearby archipelago oer seal safaris, beaches, sea shing and boat excursions, and can be reached by a short ferry ride. For the fourth year in a row Gothenburg was named the world’s leading sustainable destination in 2019. Gothenburg is also the home base of major international companies such as Volvo, SKF (bearing and lubricant manufacturer), and Astra Zeneca..