As the capital and largest city in Sweden, Stockholm is thoroughly diverse. High-tech yet ecological, sometimes medieval and often modern, it is captivating in all aspects. An eclectic and thriving metropolis of over two million, Stockholm is a visually appealing Swedish city built on 14 islands that are connected by 57 bridges. Wide boulevards and fine buildings keep perfect company with painted wooden houseboats and ultramodern skyscrapers. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction to Stockholm - Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When To Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Old Town (Gamla Stan) - Royal Palace (Kungliga Slottet) - Storkyrkan Cathedral - City Hall (Stockholms Stadshus) - Museum of Photography (Fotografiska) - Modern Museum (Moderna Museet) - Djurgarden Island - Skansen - Vasa Museum (Vasamuseet) - Ericsson Globe & SkyView - Millesgarden - Drottningholm Palace - Boat Sightseeing and the Stockholm Archipelago - Recommendations for the Budget Traveler - Places To Stay - STF Fridhemsplan - Best Western Plus Time - Omena Hotel - Malardrottningen - Parlan Hotell - Places To Eat & Drink - Hermitage - Chutney - Grill - Pelikan - Bistro Bestick - Places To Shop - IKEA - Goodstore - Ahlens City - H&M - Trangt and Trevligt
