Kivik
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Kivik () is a village on the east coast of Scania in southernmost Sweden, in Simrishamn Municipality. It has around 1,000 inhabitants and is located in a part of Scania called Österlen.
Kiviks is known for its annual market, usually taking place on the third Monday through Wednesday of July each year. It's also known for its abundant production of herring, apples and apple cider, usually sold in large quantities at the market.
Historically, Kivik is also home to a bronze-age tomb - the 3000 years old "King's Grave". It is the largest circular burial site in Sweden, measuring 75 metres in diameter.
The National park of Stenshuvud is sited right south of the village.
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