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The Royal Palace

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Water view of the Stockholm Royal Palace

Stockholm’s Royal Palace has an interesting history. The original castle, named “Tre Kronor” (Three Crowns) was initially constructed as a defensive fort – dating back to the 13th century. Over time, it evolved into a castle and eventually became the royal residence.  Tre Kronor burned down on May 7, 1697, and from its ruins, the … Read more

Nobel Prize Museum

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Human sized doll of a girl flying at the Nobel Prize Museum in Stockholm

At the Nobel Prize Museum you will learn a lot about Alfred Nobel, the Nobel Prize and many of the discoveries and people who have received the Nobel Prize through the years. You’ll find the museum right on the central square Stortorget in Gamla stan (the Old Town). The historic building was originally a stock … Read more

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