The two rivers of western Sweden, the River tran and the River Tidan, have their sources on these high plateaux, which form part of the uplands of southern Sweden. Both rivers follow each other some way northwards before parting. The River Tidan continues up to Lake V nern while the River tran turns south, forming a beautiful valley running all the way down to the sea at Falkenberg. This valley very quickly became an important trade route, which is demonstrated in particular by the historic bridle paths. On its peaceful journey to the sea the River tran has formed numerous places that have throughout time attracted people for different reasons.
Water is the source of all life and people discovered very early on the power of water.
Mills and dam buildings developed into small factories and a number of lively communities grew up along the tran valley. Ulricehamn is popularly known as the pearl of sunden and is one of the most beautiful towns in Sweden.