Stockholm, Sweden

Quick Facts

• Stockholm is built on 14 islands connected by over 50 bridges, making it one of the most picturesque capital cities in the world.
• The Stockholm Archipelago consists of approximately 30,000 islands, islets, and skerries, stretching over 1,000 square kilometers in the Baltic Sea.
• Gamla Stan, Stockholm's old town, dates back to the 13th century and features over 600 preserved buildings, showcasing medieval architecture.
• The Vasa Museum houses the only almost fully intact 17th-century ship, the Vasa, which sank on its maiden voyage in 1628 and was salvaged in 1961.
• Stockholm was the first city in the world to receive the title of European Green Capital in 2010, recognized for its commitment to sustainability and environmental initiatives.

Travel Details

Country

Sweden

Population

Varies

Daily Budget

$80-150

Best Time to Visit

Jun–Aug

Current Weather

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2°C/36°F

Clear

Currency

kr SEK

Coordinates

59.3293, 18.0686