www.womanthismonth.com August 2016 53 The Swedish capital is spread over 14 islands at the helm of the Baltic Sea, offering tourists stunning architecture set against magnificent views of the sea. Saunter along the cobbled streets of the beautifully preserved old town of Gamla Stan, or get star struck by the grandiosity of the Royal Palace. A boat trip is imperative for the best views of canals, bridge underpasses or the archipelago of 30,000 islands across the country. For a glimpse into both past and contemporary Swedish design, head to the Swedish Centre for Architecture and Design, the Nordiska Museet, or the national museum. Sweden will intoxicate with its natural postcard perfect settings, extravagant culture and delightful cuisine. Stockholm is famed for its nightlife and Stureplan is the best place to experience it with clubs and bars aplenty Changing the Guard at Stockholm Royal Palace is quite a spectacle and times can be found online. Pay a visit to the Gröna Lund amusement park which dates back to 1883 and has a variety of rollercoasters, rides and restaurants. Take a stroll through Stockholm’s picturesque old town of Gamla Stan. The Nordic Museum is worth a visit if just for the architecture. The best way to see the archipelago is by boat and there are numerous tours every day. Stockholm
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