Sergelarkaden, en del av Sergels torg i Stockholm
Sergelarkaden is a covered corridor beneath the fountain structure at Sergels Torg in Stockholm. The space receives light through round openings in the fountain that allow views of the glass sculpture Kristallvertikalaccent below.
The arcade received its name in 1961 and for many years held a poor reputation as a gathering place for drug users and troublemakers. In recent times the space has been revitalized through art installations and photographs of workers.
Sergelarkaden takes its name from 1961 and refers to the walkway beneath the square. The space is now marked by photographs by Jean Hermansson showing workers from the 1960s and 1970s, reminding visitors of the people who built the city. These images create a place of reflection on human labor and Stockholm's development.
The space is easily accessible via stairs and escalators from the square above. It provides a sheltered place to walk through or pause during bad weather.
Since 1972 an organist named Maria performed here almost daily, playing and singing Christian songs, becoming a familiar presence for many visitors. Her daily music created an emotional connection to the space over several decades.
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