When discussing Stockholm’s landmarks, it is important to highlight those that are situated in the very heart of the city. Stockholm is one of the biggest and best preserved ancient European cities. Its most important landmarks are: Gamla Stan, which is the city center, the City Hall, the Royal Theater, the Church of Saint Nicholas and many other attractions.
The great amusement park Gröna Lund is located on the seaward side of Djurgården island. There are far bigger amusement parks in the world, but Gröna Lund has unique adrenaline charms. It spreads on 3.8 hectares (~9.39 acres), and it has over 30 adrenaline-rush attractions that offer exciting rides. It was founded in 1883 by James Schultheiss who rented the park’s location to set up “carousels and other entertainment features”. Before the amusement park, Gröna Lund was the name of a small park. Owing to the location, some rollercoasters provide an unforgettable view of Stockholm.
Riddarhuset/The House of Nobility is a house for Swedish aristocrats that dates back to the 15th century. Its goal is to preserve and keep the historical heritage. In the 18th century, the building was often used for concerts. Some of the artist that performed there at the time are Kungliga Hovkapellet, Elisabeth Olin, Elisabette Almerighi, Giovanni Ansani, and Rosa Scarlatti. Following the year 1866, a new Swedish Parliament was created, and the house served as the main representative body of Swedish nobility whose goal was to preserve culture and tradition. Blueprints were made by French architect Simon de la Vallee, but a Swedish nobleman killed him in 1642.
One of the first sights that tourist encounter when in downtown Stockholm is one of the most beautiful religious objects in Sweden – the Church of Saint Claire. This is an Evangelical Lutheran temple. It is the highest building in Stockholm with 116 meters. The construction began in 1572, at the request of King John III, and it is built on the place where there used to be a monastery. The church was designed by the architect Hendrik van Hoeven. It is a mixture of neo-Gothic and baroque style, and in 1590 it was devoted to Clair of Assisi who founded the Order of Saint Claire, where the very name comes from.
Rosendal Palace is on Djurgården, it is also known as the residence of Swedish kings. When translated from Swedish, it means “the Rose Valley Palace”. The palace is located in a beautiful garden where beautiful flowers blossom every year. In 1823, there were King Carl XIV’s hunting grounds, who began the construction of the palace. It was finished in 4 years. Famous Swedish architect, Fredrik Blom, and famous Stockholm architect, Fredrik August, designed the palace.Both the park and island Djurgården benefited from the construction of the palace, and over time Djurgården became the elite part of Stockholm. In 1907, after King Oscar’s death, the palace was turned into a museum. The style it was built is a part of European architectural charm, which is the most prominent in Sweden.
Stockholm circus arena is known as the Circus Theatre, built in 1830. It is located on Djurgården. The Theatre grand opening was held much later, on 25 May, 1862. The auditorium’s capacity is 1.650 people, it is rarely empty, and people always want an extra ticket. The very building has amazing acoustics, so it is phenomenally suited for classical music concerts. In the Circus palace different thematic exhibitions, conferences, and various social and music events are held.By its own, both from the outside and inside, the Theatre building is pretty and amusing.
