Umeå is a city situated on the shore of the Sea of Bothnia. It is the home of Umeå University .  The city is surrounded by forest, the air is clean and the sight is beautiful. Umeå also has a lovely historic center and a large hospital. With a rich cultural life, Umeå is a major place for rock events, with top bands like Deep Purple, Nazareth, Nightwish etc. visiting frequently.