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.
In the the old part of the town, Gamla Stan, there is one of the most peculiar streets in Stockholm. It was named after a German merchant and bourgeois, Marten Trotzig (1559-1617), who, after coming from Germany, bought a real estate and started a business. He mainly engaged in iron and copper trade. In 1595, he became a citizen of the Kingdom of Sweden, and at the end of the 16th century he became on the wealthiest traders in Stockholm. After a business trip in Copparberg in 1617, he was heavily beaten and died from the consequences of the assault.
