Norra Bantorget, Pedestrian zone in central Stockholm, Sweden
Norra Bantorget is a car-free pedestrian zone in central Stockholm with a paved surface that creates a spacious open area. The space connects various buildings and shops, offering multiple places where people can walk through or gather.
The square stands where Stockholm North Station once operated, bringing rail transport to the Swedish capital in the late 1800s. As rail services later expanded elsewhere, the station site was redeveloped into the public space that exists today.
The square holds several monuments honoring labor movement leaders, including statues of August Palm and a memorial to Branting near the LO headquarters. These monuments shape how the space looks and remind visitors of the role workers and their organizations played in Swedish society.
The square is easily accessible by public transportation with nearby metro and bus stops. Vehicles are not permitted except during scheduled delivery hours for local shops and restaurants.
The striking LO-borgen building dominates the square and functions as headquarters for Swedish trade unions. This landmark structure is a notable gathering point for those interested in the labor movement's past.
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