Sweden Bird, Historic buildings + Modern architecture pictures

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The western section of Gamla Stan is a small islet decorated with aristocratic 17th-century palaces and one of the city’s oldest churches.  

The golden foyer and the glitzy restaurants here compete for attention with the range of spectacular ballets, operas and recitals.

Some of Sweden’s most iconic and historic attractions decorate this peaceful and picturesque island in central Stockholm.

This colorful square marking the center of the city has been an important meeting place for centuries.

The golden foyer and the glitzy restaurants here compete for attention with the range of spectacular ballets, operas and recitals.

The golden foyer and the glitzy restaurants here compete for attention with the range of spectacular ballets, operas and recitals.

The tombs of kings and queens, coats of arms and an interpretation of a scene from the Divine Comedy contribute to this church’s majestic interior.

Admire the architecture of this remarkable public building and view the interesting exhibits housed inside.

Learn about changes in Swedish culture since the 16th century. Find historic furniture and photographs and displays about local festivals and the Sami culture.

Join a guided tour of the resplendent halls of this fortress-like municipal building, which is the host venue for the annual Nobel Prize banquet.

Some of Sweden’s most iconic and historic attractions decorate this peaceful and picturesque island in central Stockholm.

Explore banquet halls and reception rooms, find 18th-century art and watch the changing of the guard at the official residence of Sweden’s royal family.

Stockholm Syndrome was first coined in this district graced with architectural grandeur and innovative museums, and peppered with parks, waterways and an island.

Explore banquet halls and reception rooms, find 18th-century art and watch the changing of the guard at the official residence of Sweden’s royal family.

Stockholm Syndrome was first coined in this district graced with architectural grandeur and innovative museums, and peppered with parks, waterways and an island.

This borough of central Stockholm blends upscale residential living and high-end shopping with a vibrant performing arts and nightlife scene. 

Visit the permanent residence of Sweden’s royal family, walk around a Baroque garden and watch an opera performance at an 18th-century theater.

A pair of historic buildings hosts many of the city’s cultural highlights, from art exhibitions and launches to lectures and parties.

Enjoy a magnificent view over Stockholm on a gondola that travels to the top of the world’s biggest spherical building.

Learn about changes in Swedish culture since the 16th century. Find historic furniture and photographs and displays about local festivals and the Sami culture.

Explore banquet halls and reception rooms, find 18th-century art and watch the changing of the guard at the official residence of Sweden’s royal family.

Explore banquet halls and reception rooms, find 18th-century art and watch the changing of the guard at the official residence of Sweden’s royal family.