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How about living in a house built in the 17th century? Do you want a 4-storey apartment in the very center of Stockholm, in the Old Town, and the royal palace next door? You wanted to live in a museum, but did not know how to do it?
If you have an extra 60 million crowns (about half a billion rubles), then you will not be able to pass up this offer. upd. there are few buyers, the price has dropped to 48 million! Let's fly!)))
So, a multi-storey apartment with an area of 379 squares with a library, a wine cellar, a spa and, of course, a knight's hall (how could it be without it?))) The set includes bear skins, skeletons and ancient statues. Although the seller may take all this stuff with him, I don’t know. However, you can find all the details in the announcement. The house dates back to 1600!
2. Dining room. Nothing special - a dog on the table and naked aunts in the style of Picasso (?) on the wall. Apparently, to improve appetite =)) 
3. A levitating skeleton on a horse - simple and tasteful =))) 
4. Unremarkable bed :) 
5. Library 
6. Vinoteka 
7. Crypt Cellar 
8. Poor Yorick. 
9. Hall 
10. Living room. 
I chose only some photos, even more photos )
And as they say in the ad - it's almost impossible to describe what's going on in the apartment, so come see and buy soon))
But honestly, I would probably go crazy to live in THIS =)) Shoot a movie, rent it out for the holidays or something like that - yes, but live there ..
How about THIS? Do you think it's possible to live here?
I hope this post has lifted your spirits! Have a great Monday!
Either the weather was exceptionally good, or the Swedish sun was extremely hot, but Stockholm falls in love with it instantly. In Stockholm, absolutely everything that the eye falls on seems beautiful: the houses are beautiful, the streets are cozy, the embankments are sunny, the Swedes are tall and look like Vikings.
Stockholm is fabulous. Stockholm is harmonious. I want to live in Stockholm.
And I can talk about this endlessly.
Stockholm starts from Frihamnsterminalen. A small queue and one more stop in the foreign country. 
Not far from the port is the "town" of embassies. Many cozy houses of embassies of different countries.
The most "fortified fortress" at the US Embassy. In second place, perhaps, will be the Turkish embassy - many Kurds live in Stockholm.
One or another country is guessed by some buildings. All embassy buildings are different and interesting in their own way. 
Half braided: 
Sculptures at buildings. One has a statue of a girl, the other has pigs. 
There are a lot of sculptures, statues and monuments in Stockholm. Monument to Gustav II Adolf. 
More monuments from different parts of the city. 
The city of Stockholm itself is located on the eastern shore of Lake Mälaren. It is the third largest lake in Sweden. From Lake Mälaren there is an outflow to the Baltic Sea. 
One Scandinavian legend is connected with this lake, which tells about its origin. As in any legend, there is a goddess in it, the goddess has sons, and the sons most miraculously turned into bulls so that ... The legend sounds in the best traditions of the myths of Ancient Greece. In a word, Lake Mälaren was formed just like that.
And then architects and builders came and formed everything else on the shores of the lake.
Monument on the embankment. I don't know what it means. To be honest, most of all it looks like an ear. 
Another monument on the embankment of Lake Mälaren. The boys instantly clung to the figure. 
From here you have a great view of the city... 
And one of the main attractions of Stockholm - the Stockholm City Hall - a symbol of the Swedish capital. The building was built on the spit of Kungsholm Island according to the design of Ragnar Östberg. 
Marvelous. but barely a hundred years have passed since the beginning of the construction of this building - it was erected from 1911 to 1923.
The town hall looks much older. 
Meetings of the city authorities are held in the town hall, important business negotiations are held, and in the halls of the Town Hall every year on December 10 a banquet is held after the presentation of the Nobel Prizes.
Painted horse under the arch of the Stockholm City Hall: 
The height of the tower of the Stockholm City Hall is a little more than a hundred meters, and exactly 365 steps lead to its very top. 
Windows, balconies and a statue: 
On the walls of the vaults and columns of the Stockholm City Hall: 
Heavy door and wrought iron gate: 
View of Lake Mälaren from the City Hall: 
The whole architecture of Stockholm can be easily described with this photo.
Spiers. A rare building in the center of Stockholm will not have a beautiful spire on its turret. 
Before this trip, I imagined the typical style of Swedish houses in this way. Saturated color of the walls of the building, contrasting black roof and contrasting white window frames. The windows are not simple, namely these: 
But the architecture of Stockholm turned out to be much more diverse. Here is the circus building: 
And here is the building of the concert hall: 
Some more cityscapes: 
The building of a fairly well-known company Vasakronan from two angles: 
Building of the Nordic Museum. Or as it is also called the Nordic Museum or the Scandinavian Museum. The magnificent building was built until 1907 on the model of the Danish castle Frederiksborg. The initiator of the creation of this museum was Artur Hazelius, a culturologist. But, unfortunately, he never saw it rebuilt.
A museum that tells about the culture and ethnography of Sweden is located on the island of Djurgården. 
The Royal Dramatic Theater was founded in Stockholm in 1788. But the modern Art Nouveau building was erected in 1908 by the architect Frederic Lilliekvist. The most famous director of the theater was, perhaps, Ingmar Bergman. And many famous actors and directors came out of the Drama School at the theater. One of them was Greta Garbo. 
Elegant facades of buildings: 
Statues in the openings: 
Windows and bay window: 
View of one of the streets of the city: 
This is not even a littered horizon - some streets are quite steep: 
Transport in Stockholm: 
There are special paths for bicycles, which are clearly not worth walking on. There are many bicycles. Well, very funny instances come across: 
The footprint left by a panda on a symbolic alley from WWF;
A street pole plastered with City Hall stickers;
Erstagatan street is located in a quiet part of Stockholm's Södermalm district 
The embankments of Stockholm are densely crowded with a series of yachts. 
Stockholm at the time was my first trip outside the "traditional" Europe. After all, at first all tourists go to Paris, London, Rome and Prague-Budapest, and only then they begin to stare at less standard options. Is it possible to compare the capital of Sweden with other European cities, or does Scandinavia stand apart?
We all remember Stockholm from the amazing children's books by Astrid Lindgren (and by the way, not only Astrid - I was somehow bought a book by Barbra Lindgren - "Matthias and His Friends" in the stagnant Soviet times as a child, where the action also takes place in the Swedish capital. I am up to her still reading). Therefore, if there is no other reason to go to Stockholm, then at least you can feel nostalgic from the heart and look for Carlson's house. Or, at worst, Mikael Blomkvist from The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
To be honest, I find it difficult to talk a little about Stockholm. I photographed in those days with some kind of antediluvian Olympus, there were few photos, and to be extremely honest, it is not so impressive, the capital of Sweden. So I plan to just take a walk around the city.
Let's start with the main attraction of the city - the brick Town Hall.
Stockholm, if I'm not mistaken, is divided into fourteen islands. The building of the town hall is located on the island of Kungsholm, the construction was completed in 1923 - exactly 400 years after Gustav Vasa arrived in Scandinavia. The City Hall is where local authorities sit and hold important political debates, and it also houses the Blue and Gold Halls.
In which banquets are held after the Nobel Prizes. And here is the device from which the newly minted Nobel Laureate eats. I hope that someday I will have the opportunity to use this cutlery for its intended purpose)
Well, and most importantly, from the 106-meter tower of the Town Hall, simply incredible views of Stockholm open up.
In the foreground is a bridge that separates two islands - Gamla Stan (Old Town, the most central area of the capital - on the left) and Riddarholm, the smallest, but it seems the most beautiful island of Stockholm. And here is a view of Riddarholm from the ground.
Climbing 365 steps back to the tower, which was built with 2.5 million bricks. View of the Riksdag, the Swedish Parliament.
And here is the Riksdag from the ground)
It is from the Riksdag that the main shopping street of the city begins - Drottinggagatan (I already wrote about the gagatans and the unpronounceability of the names of Swedish streets when I talked about Gothenburg -. You can buy all possible goods and souvenirs on it, as well as find a statue of a Fox (not stoned).
A demonstration for the rights of the unfortunate Iranians (the Swedes are always defending some nationalities, like the fictional Palestinians - obviously they live too well, and there is nowhere to put their free time and money).
View of the tower from below
Square next to the town hall. Built in the Roman style, with fountains a la Bernini.
Statues in the square, and Riddarholm
Even the pavement
next to the Town Hall they decorate such gaiety
Trying to take a picture of the City Hall in the evening
The central square of the city of Stortoget and the three main houses - Red, Yellow and Green. Some old houses of rich merchants. the photo shows two, because the Green House was under restoration.
Downstairs is a patisserie that serves special pastries and the coolest Americano coffee in town)
The houses across the street are pretty good too.
Since we are talking about houses (and, as you know, I love houses and buildings very much) - a little more architectural joys.
Here is the private house. I wouldn't refuse this.
In terms of architectural delights, it should be recognized that Stockholm can give odds to many cities. What houses on the embankment!!
Let's move on from houses to sculptures. The famous knotted Swedish pistol is a symbol of peace.
Sergelstorg Square, and a strange sculpture called "Crystal".
It was simply impossible to pass by this store in the city center)
Subsequently, it turned out that a huge number of Russians live in the Swedish capital, someone fled back in the distant 91st, when the Soviet Union collapsed. They live for themselves, work, and it seems that they don’t really miss the birch trees. Well, if you want more local products - there are enough such stores too)
Beautiful streets of Stockholm
A look at Gamla Stan from the "other side"
Synagogue in the center of Stockholm
And finally - a traditional Swedish dish - meatballs in cranberry sauce. This is to ensure that under the right sauce - Stockholm is a beautiful city)
Stockholm (Sweden) - the most detailed information about the city with a photo. The main attractions of Stockholm with descriptions, guides and maps.
City of Stockholm (Sweden)
Stockholm is the capital of Sweden, its largest city and cultural center. Located in the southern part of the country on the islands between Lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea. Stockholm is one of the most beautiful cities in Scandinavia and is famous for its charming old center (Gamla Stan) with medieval houses, modern innovative architecture, many great museums and green parks. It is one of the most livable cities in Europe with a wonderful cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Stockholm is often called the "Venice of the North" and this is not surprising. The inner city is located on 14 islands connected by many bridges. Stockholm was not affected by world wars and strong military conflicts, so the historical center has been preserved in excellent condition. The architecture of the old town is quite varied and contains buildings of all ages, starting from the 13th century. Interestingly, 30% of the territory of Stockholm is occupied by waterways, another 30% - parks and other green delights.
Geography and climate
Stockholm is located in the southeast of Sweden on the channels connecting the Baltic Sea and Lake Mälaren. The climate is temperate maritime, which is significantly influenced by the warm Gulf Stream. Summers in Stockholm are cool with average temperatures around 20°C. Winter is characterized by slight frosts and frequent thaws.
Districts of Stockholm
The inner city is divided into:
- Norrmalm is the northern district of central Stockholm, which includes the main business district with shopping malls, museums, hotels and restaurants.
- Östermalm is the eastern district of Stockholm, which is known for expensive housing, luxury shopping and a vibrant nightlife.
- Gamla Stan is the oldest part of Stockholm, located on the island of Stadsholmen. It is a picturesque collection of old buildings and narrow cobbled streets.
- Södermalm is a rugged island with buildings of all ages and plenty of shops, bars, restaurants.
- Kungsholmen is an island in the western part of the inner city.
Practical Information
- The population is over 900 thousand people.
- Area - 188 km².
- Currency - Swedish krona.
- The language is Swedish.
- Time - UTC +1, summer +2.
- In terms of air quality, Stockholm ranks fourth among European cities, behind only Zurich, Copenhagen and Vienna.
- The Tourist Information Center is located at Kulturhuset, Sergels Torg 5.
- The major international airport Arlanda is located 40 km north of Stockholm. From there, the city can be reached by bus and train. Stockholm is served by another airport - Bromma. It is located 8 km west of the city center and is used for domestic flights, incl. Oslo, Copenhagen, Tallinn, Brussels.
- Stockholm is an important port on the Baltic Sea. It has regular ferry connections to many major cities on the Baltic coast.
- Public transport in Stockholm is represented by metro, suburban trains, buses, light rail and ferries. They all use a single ticket, which can be bought in advance at SL centres, Pressbyrån kiosks or tourist information offices.
- The Stockholm metro has exactly 100 stations and is indicated by a blue "T" on a round white sign.
- Popular shopping areas: Drottninggatan, T-Hötorget (market), Norrmalmstorg, Östermalm (brand stores), Östermalmstorg (Stockholm's best food market).
- Stockholm is a safe city. It is enough to follow basic safety rules and keep an eye on your belongings.
- The tap water in Stockholm is of very high quality, so there is no reason to buy bottled water.
Lookouts
- The height of the northern Södermalm - a steep view of the capital of Sweden (get off at the Zinkensdamm metro station, walk along Ringvägen street to the old bridge and follow it to the old quarry).
- Hammarbybacken is an artificial ski slope.
- Högdalstoppen is an artificial hill in the Southern Suburbs.
- Kaknästornet is a restaurant on the top floor of the observatory.
- The observation deck at the top of the Ericsson Globe arena.
History
In the 12th century, a small fishing village was located on the site of the future capital of Sweden. In 1187, the first fortifications and buildings of the new city began to be erected on the island of Stadsholmen. It is believed that Stockholm was founded by Jarl Birger in 1252. Thanks to its favorable strategic position, the city quickly acquired an important commercial value.
At the end of the 15th century in Stockholm, Sten Sture raised an uprising against the power of the Danes. In 1520, all the instigators of the uprising were executed. By the 17th century, Stockholm had become one of the most important and largest cities in Sweden. In 1634 it became the capital of the Kingdom of Sweden.
After the defeat in the Northern War, the importance of Stockholm falls. A new round of growth and development of the capital of Sweden came at the end of the 19th century, when the development of industry turned it into a major center of trade. Now Stockholm is one of the most important cities in Scandinavia, a center of science and culture.
sights
Gamla Stan is one of the largest and best preserved medieval city centers in Europe and one of Stockholm's main attractions. This is the oldest place in the city, founded in 1252. Gamla Stan is a labyrinth of atmospheric cobbled streets and old North German architecture.
In the center of Gamla Stan is Stortorget Square, which is the oldest square in Stockholm and is surrounded by beautiful old merchant houses. From here begins Köpmangatan street - the oldest street in the capital of Sweden, mentioned back in the 14th century. But Stortorget also remembers tragic events. In 1520, the leaders of the uprising against the Danes, who are considered heroes of the Swedish people, were executed here.
The Royal Palace is one of the main attractions of Gamla Stan and one of the largest palaces in Europe. It is the official residence of the Swedish royal family (though only used for ceremonies) and contains over 600 rooms. The palace was built in the 18th century in the Italian Baroque style on the site of the castle that burned down in 1697.
Church of St. Nicholas is considered the oldest religious building in Gamla Stan and is informally referred to as the Stockholm Cathedral. The church was founded in the 13th century and is an important example of Scandinavian brick Gothic. Also here is the residence of the Lutheran Bishop of Stockholm. The church is located near the royal palace, so throughout history, important state events took place here: coronations, royal weddings and funerals.
The German Church (or Church of St. Gertrude) is located in Gamla Stan in an area where a large German community lived in the Middle Ages. The current building was built in the 17th century in the Gothic Revival and Baroque style on the site of a small medieval chapel. The tall 96-meter tower with a beautiful spire was completed in 1878.
Riddarholmen Church is one of the oldest buildings in Stockholm, located on the island of the same name not far from the royal palace. This beautiful Gothic church was founded in the 13th century and has been the burial place of Swedish kings for nearly four centuries.
Church of St. Oskar is one of the largest religious buildings in Stockholm, located in the southeastern part of Östermalm. The church was built at the beginning of the 20th century in the late Gothic style.
Church of St. Joanna is a large late Gothic brick church built in the late 19th century. It is located in the district of Norrmalm.
Drottningholm is the summer residence of the Swedish royal family, a magnificent 17th century palace with a park, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Built in the image of Versailles.
The City Hall is one of the most famous buildings in Stockholm, completed in 1923. About 8 million bricks were used to build the town hall. The building is famous for the Blue Hall, which houses Scandinavia's largest organ, and the Golden Hall, with 18 million mosaic tiles depicting Swedish history. The Nobel Prize is also awarded here.
Skansen is the oldest open-air museum in the world that presents historical Sweden in miniature. These are more than 150 buildings - houses, churches, schools, shops and workshops that "tell" about life and life in the country in the Middle Ages.
The Vasa Museum is one of the most famous museums in Stockholm, where the main exhibit is a real warship from the 17th century. Vasa was one of the most powerful ships of that time and the pride of the Swedish Navy. It sank on its maiden voyage 30 minutes after the ceremonial sailing. The ship lay at the bottom for 300 years and was raised in the middle of the 20th century.
Östermalm is the city's most exclusive area with luxury shops, chic restaurants and antique shops.
On the coast of Lake Mälaren lies the main city of Sweden - Stockholm, which occupies 14 islands of the Baltic Sea. “Island on pillars”, “center of nightlife”, “Scandinavian capital” - it has several original names. Stockholm is a major economic, historical, cultural and tourist center of the country. The population density at the beginning of 2017 was 939,238 people. The city surprises with its unusual architecture - the brightness of colors, a variety of styles, and a unique flavor. Stockholm is one of the greenest European cities. It is buried in countless picturesque parks, squares and gardens. The city has a huge historical and cultural heritage; a large number of attractions are concentrated on its territory. In the heart of the Scandinavian capital is the royal residence, where the main government of Sweden and the Riksdag sit.
History of occurrence
In 1187, a defensive fortress was built on the island of Stadsholmen on the site of a small fishing village. The island had an advantageous location - it was located in a small bay, thanks to which Lake Mälaren was connected to the Baltic Sea. Soon several settlements adjoined the fortress. And by 1252, King Jarl Birger, one of the representatives of the oldest Swedish family of Folkungs, founded the city of Stockholm here. To protect it from constant barbarian raids, he built a castle here. In the 13th century, several iron ore deposits were discovered in the vicinity of Stockholm. The iron trade brought it to a new level, it rapidly expanded and grew rich. In the 14th century, Sweden joined the Hanseatic Trade Union. And the city was flooded with German emigrants, mostly merchants. And after the formation of the Kalmar Union, the Danes poured in here. By the 15th century, a quarter of the urban population was represented by Germans. It was not until the end of the century that the Swedes were able to regain the status quo.
In 1617, Sweden won another war with Russia, a small Russian colony appeared in Stockholm, its population was mostly merchants. Thanks to them, Russian churches, houses and shops appeared within the city. In 1634 the city was awarded the honorary title of the capital of the Kingdom of Sweden. For several decades, the density of its population has increased several times. The city successfully grew and prospered, international trade was actively developed. The 18th century brought a lot of trials to Stockholm - an epidemic of smallpox broke out in the city, which claimed a huge number of lives. The war with Russia caused serious damage. The city's economy was undermined, but despite this, it remained the main center of the country. Stockholm entered the "new better life" with the advent of the 19th century. The expansion of production, the construction of factories, factories and combines turned the city into a leading center of world trade. Like mushrooms grew - museums, theaters, educational institutions, shopping centers, galleries. In 1901, the Nobel Committee moved here. In 1912 the city hosted the Summer Olympic Games.
Sights of Stockholm
Millesgården
On one of the outskirts of the capital, there is an "open-air museum" - an amazing, wonderful and attractive Millesgården. It is a unique sculpture park and an amazing art gallery. In 1906, the Milles married couple built a house on the territory of present-day Millesgården. Their love for art has turned it into a great museum. 30 years after the construction, the museum building was transferred to the ownership of the state. Today, under the blue Stockholm sky, you can see dozens of various sculptures - charming angels, bizarre figures of animals and people. The pride of the museum is its unusual sculptural composition - the Great and mighty Zeus kidnaps Europe. It is interesting that almost all the sculptures are placed on high pedestals, it seems that they are hovering above the ground, beautifully and weightlessly. On the territory of the museum there is a picturesque park with well-groomed lawns and flower beds, fountains and ponds.
Ethnographic Museum - Skansen
Skansen is a kind of "portal" to the past, a magical "time machine" that will take everyone to the beginning of the 18th century. A small old village, an open-air museum of ethnography. The museum exposition includes old houses, poor shacks and luxurious mansions of the rich, a bakery, at the door of which a Swede dressed in the national costume of the last century meets. A small wooden church reminds of the Russian-Swedish war, several craft workshops open their doors to curious tourists. The last exhibit brought here was Bollnestorget, a colorful market square. The atmosphere of kindness, celebration and fun reigns in the village all year round. Everywhere people in national clothes dance and sing. National dishes are prepared right on the street. A favorite place for children is the local zoo. Dozens of various animals found shelter within its walls - bears, foxes, reindeer, fur seals, bison, wolverines, etc. Skansen is a great place for a family vacation. During the Christmas holidays, the village turns into a "fairy tale".
Vasa Museum
The Vasa Museum is a sad lonely ship that sank off the coast of Stockholm in 1628. Around this original exhibit, a special seven-story hangar was built to protect the ship from natural disasters. Today, a majestic sailing ship of the 17th century appears before the eyes of tourists. Miraculously survived - ship inventory, medical equipment, sailor clothes and utensils, some tools and board games. From excursions, which are not uncommon here, you can learn a lot of interesting things about the history of the ship and its death.
Roosendaal Garden
Rosendaal Garden, a magnificent Stockholm garden, is very popular among citizens and tourists. The beautiful "brainchild" of King Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte, founded in 1817. Several hundred apple trees grow in the garden. There are more than a hundred varieties of roses in the delightful rose garden. In the fragrant greenhouses of Rosendal, you can see some exotic plants, such as palm trees, which are something out of the ordinary for a northern country. Rosendal Garden resembles a "fruit paradise", everyone can enjoy juice from ripe fruits and berries or taste a delicious wine drink. There is a small shop on the territory of the garden selling fruits and vegetables grown here. Nearby is a cozy cafe where you can take a break from a long excursion, drink coffee, treat yourself to fresh pastries.
National Museum
Close attention deserves the Stockholm National Museum, dated to the 16th century. Having crossed its threshold, visitors find themselves in the "realm of art", so wonderful and delightful. The exposition of the museum includes unique paintings and sculptures by famous world masters - Rembrandt, Perugino, Boucher, Gainsborough, Frederick, Roerich, Auguste, Renoir and many others. Today, the walls of the museum are also decorated with the works of contemporaries, among them one can also find Russian painting. A lot of cultural events are held within its walls.
Royal Palace
The Stockholm Royal Palace is the current official residence of the Swedish monarch. The majestic building, made in the Baroque style in warm pastel colors. During its long history, the palace was completed more than once. Today it is a magnificent square building, consisting of several parts - two facades, east and west, king and queen; the northern part is a symbol of state power; the southern part includes the Royal Chapel with an altar and the main hall with the ruler's throne. In total, the walls of the palace contain about 600 halls. Currently, the palace is the official residence of the Swedish king; important political meetings, conferences, and festive receptions are held here. Around the palace there is a picturesque natural park, a wonderful place for walking.
Other sights of Stockholm
The public library building is located in the center of the Scandinavian capital. About four million different books are stored within its walls. The symbol of Stockholm is its Ericsson Globe, built in 1989. An original architectural structure resembling a huge sphere. A lot of sports and city events are held here. Drottningholm Palace is a private royal residence. Versailles castle, surrounded by magnificent gardens and parks.
Information for tourists
Stockholm is an industrialized city with excellent transport links. Numerous buses, trains and trams run around the city, the subway operates, and you can use the ferry. Stockholm International Airport serves dozens of flights daily from all over the world. From the railway station of the capital, trains depart every day to different parts of the country.
