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Stockholm is the stunning capital and largest city of Sweden with a wealth of museums, theatres, sights, attractions and events. It is cultural, economic and political center of Sweden. Stockholm is known for its vibrant cultural life, internationally renowned clubs, great music, wild nightlife, fabulous shopping and quality eateries. The most beautiful city of Sweden has well preserved medieval buildings along with modern Scandinavian architecture shimmering in the blue waters. Known for its beauty, its waters, islands, parks and stunningly diverse beauty Stockholm attracts more foreign visitors than any other city in Scandinavia. The richness and variety it offers makes it the perfect place to spend your holidays. Stockholm is also known as "The Venice of the North” and called the “Beauty on water”.

Built across fourteen islands the modern city of Sweden is situated where Lake  Malaren flows into the Baltic Sea. Stockholm has always held great significance because of its strategic location. As water covers one third of the area it is no wonder that marinas, salmons, bridges and maritime life are an important part of the city and one can go ocean fishing in the heart of the city. Over 30% of Stockholm is covered with greens spaces giving Stockholm a clean, fresh airy feel. The weather in Stockholm is dependent on the sea winds.

The contemporary city has people who are bold, innovative and quick to catch up on the latest trends. This is the reason why Stockholm is often used as a test market for international companies for the latest fashion trends. Being modern the city has not lost touch with history that is evident in the narrow streets of the Old Town and the medieval buildings. The Old town has been well-preserved over the centuries with numerous bars, hotels etc. If you go back to Stockholm’s history it is here around the Old town that the city grew up starting from trade and emerged into a modern, European city.