Stockholm, Capital city in Sweden
Stockholm is the national capital of Sweden and extends across fourteen islands where a large lake meets the Baltic, connected by bridges that create a network of water and land. Buildings in pale shades line the waterfront while narrow lanes in the old quarter wind between churches and open squares.
Birger Jarl established the settlement in 1252 as a trading post on the water to defend the region from raids. During the 17th century it became the Swedish seat of power as the kingdom expanded its influence across northern Europe.
People here take regular coffee breaks with pastries, a custom called fika that happens in almost every café throughout the day. Residents value thoughtful form and function, which is visible in the way shops, restaurants and public spaces are arranged and furnished.
The subway connects all main districts and many stations display artwork along the platforms, making the journey more than just a transfer. Winter days are short but street lighting is ample and most indoor attractions remain open through the afternoon and evening.
A complete warship from the 17th century rests in a museum by the shore after spending 333 years underwater. The vessel sank moments after its launch and remained almost intact because the brackish water here is less corrosive than saltwater in open oceans.
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Strawberry Arena
6.6 km
3Arena
3.8 km
Vasa Museum
1.2 km
Vita Bergen
1.9 km
Gröna Lund
1.4 km
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967 m
Skogskyrkogården
5.7 km
Royal Dramatic Theatre
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Kaknästornet
3.3 km
Skansen
1.5 km
Sager House
474 m
Nationalmuseum
543 m
Storkyrkan
85 m
Haga Palace
4.6 km
Drottningholm Palace Theatre
10.6 km
Herrängen
8.1 km
Stockholm Olympic Stadium
2.3 km
Rosenbad
478 m
Norra Tornen
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Söderort
6.7 km
Västerort
9.6 km
Stockholm Central Station
936 m
Riddarholm Church
365 m
Hedvig Eleonora Church
1.3 km
Royal Swedish Opera
508 m
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