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 Final resting place of Olof Palme |
Holländargatan 16 Stockholm 103 65 Sweden +46 (0)8 20 7076 http://www.adolffredrik.nu/ |
The Adolf Fredrik Church was inaugurated in 1774, and is named after its founder, the Swedish eighteenth-century King Adolf Fredrik. Before the church was built, there was a cemetery and a wooden chapel, St. Olof's, on the site. The chapel was razed when construction of the church began. The church is an example of Baroque architecture and the cemetery is the final resting place of a number of famous historic personalities. Among them are Johan Tobias Sergel, Hjalmar Branting and Olof Palme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful gardens by Brunnsviken |
Frescati Stockholm 104 05 Sweden +46 (0)8 5459 1700 http://www.bergianska.se |
If you want some peace of mind, a visit to Bergianska trädgården is a good idea. Affiliated to The Stockholm University, the garden is also open to the public. Founded in 1885, it is now a heritage garden. Take a look at The Victoria House and Edvard Andersson's greenhouses or meditate by the Japanese pond. Otherwise, stroll through the herbal and vegetable gardens. There are even courses and lectures for nature lovers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scenic hike along the bay Brunnsviken |
Norrtull/Frescati Stockholm 113 47 Sweden +46 (0)8 5082 8508 (Turistbyra) |
Starting at Norrtull, just north of Odenplan, Brunnsviken bay stretches north to Frescati. This is a true oasis right in the middle of the city environment. As soon as you reach the path by the water, you are transported to the countryside. There's absolutely no sign of any traffic on the nearby motorway. It is green, beautiful and peaceful. To walk all the way around Brunnsviken takes approximately two or three hours. There are quite a few distractions along the way as well - the walk passes by swimming spots, cafés and Bergianska Trädgården's gardens, among other things. To get here, take the metro to Odenplan and walk north along Norrtullsgatan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Greta Garbo's final resting place |
Södermalmspåfarten Stockholm Sweden +46 (0)8 5083 0100 http://www.kyf.stockholm.se/sh... |
Skogskyrkogården (the "Forest Cemetery") is the final resting place of a number of illustrious persons, among them Greta Garbo. The burial ground and chapel are listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites, and were designed by two of the most eminent architects of the Functionalist movement, Gunnar Asplund and Sigurd Lewerentz. The beauty and peace of this place is really unbelievable, and you can spend hours simply walking around, lost in thought-truly balm for the soul. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Garden tower |
Kungsvägen 2 Stockholm 182 Sweden +46 (0)8 624 0600 http://www.cedergrenska.se/ |
The tower was built over a hundred years ago, and its garden has trees from all over the world. Perfect for a lovely walk with a beautiful view! Brunch is served in the tower on Sundays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Haga Park |
hagaparken Stockholm Sweden +46 (0)8 5082 8500 (Stockholm turistbyra) |
During the 1780s King Gustav III acquired the Haga and Brahelund properties just north of the city. Aided by architect Fredrik Magnus Piper, he started to create a romantic landscape. The park was set out as woodland, and adhered to a rigid layout in the style of an English park. Several buildings and pavilions were built in the park, such as the Turkish Pavilion and Gustav III's Pavilion. The foundations of a magnificent palace were also laid. The King's intention was to place his collection of antique Roman statues in the galleries of the new palace. However, with the assassination of Gustav III in 1792, the French architect Louis Jean Deprez never finished the Museum Palace. The ruins of Haga are still there to be seen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Birch forest and lakes |
Nacka Stockholm 131 33 Sweden +46 (0)8 716 0702 http://www.hellasgarden.se/ |
Hellasgården is a park not far from central Stockholm. Here, you can choose from different paths that run along the marsh and the lakes, or through a leafy birch forest and over open fields. There is a playground with sand boxes and climbing frames. You can also play beach volleyball and boules here. Nearby, a lawn leads to a safe artificial beach. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Performances at the park |
Humlegårdsgatan Stockholm 11446 Sweden +46 (0)8 5082 8508 (Turistbyra) http://susning.nu/Stockholm/Hu... |
Humlegården is one of Stockholm's nicest small parks and a real oasis away from the city traffic. Sit and read peacefully on a park bench, or take a nap on the grass. In the summertime, there are also outdoor performances on the park stage by the Stockholm City Theatre's Park Theatre, among others. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Burial church with a chequered past |
Riddarholmen Stockholm 11455 Sweden +46 (0)8 401 6130 |
One of the most beautiful, authentic medieval churches in Stockholm, Riddarholmskyrkan was originally a Grey Friar monastery founded in 1270. Both Gustav Vasa and Gustav III intended to raze the church to the ground, but that fortunately didn't happen. Gustaf II is buried here. It's the spot he chose before going off for the Thirty Years' War. Riddarholsmkyrkan has no congregation of its own, but is used solely as a burial place and memorial church. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stockholm's Hyde Park |
Norr Mälarstrand/ Västerbroplan Stockholm 112 Sweden +46 (0)8 5082 8508 (Turistbyra) |
This is Stockholm's Hyde Park. In the summer, Ralambshovsparken is really crowded, but as it's so big, it's not too cramped. The view over Riddarfjarden is breathtakingly beautiful and soothing, and the water is perfect for swimming. You'll find children playing all over the playground, and cafes and ice cream parlours are located at walking distance. With its large open spaces, Ralambshovsparken is perfect for various team sports. The Stockholm City Theatre's Park Theatre performs at this venue. And there are free aerobics classes conducted four times a week. This is one big playground for both kids as well as adults. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Touch of Class |
Ulriksdals Slottspark Stockholm 170 79 Sweden +46 (0)8 85 0815 http://www.ulriksdalswardshus.se/ |
Ulriksdal's Wärdshus, located on the shores of Edsviken bay, is one of the remaining few, old rural inns. Dating back to the seventeenth century, it is situated close to Ulriksdal's Royal Palace. The Swedish flag is ceremonially lowered every evening at sunset, while the Swedish National Anthem is played in the background. Very traditional and aristocratic! In the evenings, you may choose between a monthly prix fixe dinner and the à la carte menu, which lists both Swedish and international specialities. Weekends only, the famous smörgåsbord lasts all afternoon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Baroque palace from 1670 |
Sankt Paulsgatan 21 Stockholm 118 Sweden +46 (0)8 644 9960 http://www.vandernootska.se/in... |
Built in 1670, this beautiful building is named after Thomas van der Noot. It has served as an official residence for a number of Dutch ministers, and the Dutch Reform Church has also called it home. The palace is a brilliant example of the Baroque Rococo style, and the rooms and halls are just beautiful. In the summertime, there's a very nice outdoor restaurant in the palace gardens, where you can enjoy lunch or some coffee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Free shows in the park |
Södermalmspåfarten Stockholm 11826 Sweden +46 (0)8 5082 8508 (Turistbyra) |
This popular park on Södermalm is a real oasis in the midst of the hectic city. Just sit around, read a book or observe the surroundings on a park bench. You can even take a nap or have a picnic on the grass. If you want to release some stress, meditate under a tree. In the summer, Vitabergsparken is one of the city's most popular performance spaces. The Stockholm City Theatre's Park Theatre gives free shows at this open-air venue. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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