Stockholm County, Natural lake in Alingsås Municipality, Sweden
Stockholm County is an administrative region in eastern Sweden centered on the national capital and its surroundings. The territory transitions from densely built urban zones through suburban communities to open countryside dotted with numerous lakes and islands.
Glaciers during the ice age shaped the landscape and created the terrain found here today. Stockholm grew from a 13th-century trading post into Sweden's capital over the following centuries.
Water shapes how people spend time in this region, from daily routines to weekend getaways. Lakes and waterways remain central to local life and recreation.
Public transportation connects the region effectively, with good service especially near and within the city. Daylight and weather shift significantly by season, so planning your visit timing helps with outdoor activities.
The archipelago here holds thousands of islands, making it one of Europe's largest island systems. Most remain thinly populated and accessible only by boat.
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