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Sweden's beautiful capital has a picturesque setting that makes the city unique. The difference between seasons is quite large, the summers green with mild nights, and the winters dark, cold, rainy, sometimes snowy, and with millions of Christmas candles in the windows.

About Stockholm

Stockholm covers an area of 120 square Km and is estimated to have a population of 1.3 million people being the capital and the largest city of Sweden. It is the site of the national Swedish government, the parliament, and the official residence of the Swedish monarch.

Kungliga Slottet

Posted in Attractions by admin on March 15, 2008

Slottsbacken 1
Stockholm 111 30 Sweden

+46 (0)8 402 6130

Open HoursMay15-Aug 31: 10a-4p ; Sep 1-May 14: noon-3p Tue-Sun

a1.jpgThe King of Sweden’s official residence, Stockholm Royal Palace, which dates back to the thirteenth century is situated in the Old Town. The new palace was built between 1697-1754, according to the original drawings, in Roman Baroque style. With over 600 rooms, the palace is one of the largest residential castles in Europe. A number of museums are located within the walls, such as the Treasury, Gustav III’s Museum of Antiquities, the Royal Armoury and the Royal Chapel. The changing of the guard is a treat to watch. See website for specific open hours of each attraction.

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