Adverstiment

Scandinavia, a region in northern Europe, covering 3 countries, namely Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. All three have the same history and apply the same political system. Scandinavia will be full of natural attractions, cities, and history. Among the three, Sweden is the largest and is the northern European countries most visited by foreign tourists. The following are the 3 main attractions in the city of Stockholm, the Swedish capital, which is also called the Venice of the North:

Royal Palace (Palace of the King)

The palace is in addition to functioning as the official residence of the royal family also serves as the office of the king and the court. Baroque style building which is located not far from Stockholm's cathedral was built in the 13th century, the main part of the castle and tower. Brick buildings dominate the palace, while the roof is covered with copper.

The palace has 1,430 rooms and 660 windows, which makes it one of the largest palaces in the world. There are the 5 museum exhibiting a collection of objects from the ruins of the castle, antique Roman statues, royal arms, historic costume, horse-drawn carriages, jewelry, and a number of other heritage treasures king Gustav Vasa, the founder of Sweden. It is the most unique of this place almost every day during the summer people gathered in front of the palace to watch the changing of the guard the palace.

Nobel Museum

This museum houses a collection related to the Nobel Prize. Alfred Nobel, the Swedish original nationality man who had the idea to reward those who contributed in the field of literature, physics, chemistry, peace, physiology, and medicine. When he died in December 1896, he left a will that explains that their wealth could be used to provide prizes for the winner of the Nobel Prize. In 1901, the first Nobel prize in literature, physics, chemistry, physiology and medicine awarded in Stockholm, while the first Nobel prize in the field of peace is given in Oslo, Norway.

Nobel Museum was opened in 2001. Visitors can collect complete information about the Nobel Prize, from the selection process to the profiles of the winners. The museum also features a library and scientific demonstrations are often held there. Read articles about "Unique Museums In The World".

Drottninggatan

Drottninggatan, which means Queen's Road, stretching along 3 miles of the district to normal, Vasastaden district in downtown Stockholm. This road was originally named Stora Konungsgatan, which means Great King Street. But was renamed to its present name in honor of Queen Christina ruling in Sweden in 1632 until 1654.

Drottninggatan is a special way to the pedestrian. Along this road lined variety of shops, restaurants and cafes. The majority of the building there is a relic of an ancient building of the 15th century and the 16th is preserved. In the summer, the road is filled with foreign tourists who want to shop, eat, or just eye wash.