Stockholm is the capital and largest city of Sweden. It is situated on a series of islands and islets in Lake Malaren, which flows into the Baltic Sea. The city is known for its stunning waterways, bridges, and archipelago. Its population was 984,748 in 2023.
The Vasa Museum in Stockholm is dedicated to the preservation and display of the Vasa, a 17th-century Swedish warship that famously sank just minutes into its maiden voyage in 1628. Located on Djurgården Island, the museum is built around the remarkably preserved ship, which was salvaged in 1961 after over 300 years on the seabed.
Stockholm Palace, also known as the Royal Palace, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Stockholm, Sweden. It is located in the heart of Gamla Stan, Stockholm's Old Town. It stands on the site of the medieval Tre Kronor Castle, which burned down in 1697. The offices of the King, the other members of the Swedish royal family, and the Royal Court of Sweden are here.
