Skokloster Castle, Baroque castle near Lake Mälaren, Sweden.
Skokloster is a baroque castle on a peninsula between Stockholm and Uppsala with four corner towers and over 50,000 historical objects. The collections include furniture, textiles, weapons, and books that preserve different aspects of the past.
Construction began in 1654 under Count Carl Gustaf Wrangel with architects Casper Vogell and Jean de la Vallée overseeing the design. The castle became a significant seat of Swedish aristocracy during the latter half of the 17th century.
The castle shows how Swedish nobility lived in the 17th century through the furniture, textiles, and weapons displayed throughout the rooms. These objects give visitors a direct sense of how people of that era shaped their daily life.
The castle is accessible year-round through guided tours, boat trips from Stockholm, or by road between Stockholm and Uppsala. Visitors should check opening times in advance and bring warm clothing for exploring both the interior and outdoor areas.
The Unfinished Hall remains in its 1676 state and contains hundreds of period construction tools and technical books from the building process. This room offers a rare glimpse into how such a large project was organized and carried out.
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