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Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden. It is also the biggest city in Sweden. It is on the east coast of the country. The city is built on islands, with canals and open water in the inner city. Stockholm is found between Sweden's third largest lake, Mälaren, and the Baltic Sea. Tyresta National Park is near Stockholm.
The City of Stockholm is situated on fourteen islands and on the banks to the archipelago where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic Sea. The city centre is virtually situated on the water. The area of Stockholm is one of several places in Sweden with a joint valley terrain. [1]
Stockholm – a historical hotspot. Stockholm was officially founded in 1252 by the Swedish statesman Birger Jarl. By the end of the 13th century, it had grown to become Sweden’s biggest city, serving as the country’s political centre and royal residence – facing several sieges over the centuries.
Stockholm is Sweden's capital and largest city, with nearly a million inhabitants in the city, and 2.4 million within Stockholm County (as of 2021). The inner city is made up of 14 islands across Lake Mälaren and three streams into the brackish Baltic Sea , with the Stockholm archipelago with some 24,000 islands, islets and skerries.
Stockholm, City (pop., 2020 est.: city, 975,551; urban agglom.: 1,767,108), capital of Sweden. Built on numerous islands and peninsulas connected by old bridges and modern overpasses, Stockholm is regarded as one of the most beautiful capitals in the world. According to tradition, Swedish ruler Birger Jarl founded Stockholm c. 1250.
Oct 28, 2023 · A guide to Stockholm, Sweden's water-framed archipelago capital. The Swedish capital’s character has been shaped by water over the centuries — and life on this scattering of islands continues to...
General information. History of Stockholm. From its establishment in 1252 all the way up to present day, Stockholm has retained its status as Sweden's most prominent city and stands as one of Europe's most forward-looking, progressive capitals. Explore its Viking heritage, regal grandeur, and vibrant cultural identity. Stockholm's origins.
