- Capital excursions in Sweden
- Frivolous excursion or Carlson's tricks
- Event tours
The countries of Scandinavia are inferior to their southern neighbors in terms of the number of tourists received, but they can offer extraordinary tours through ancient cities and narrow fjords, to visit Santa Claus or to the Moomin Valley. Excursions in Sweden are primarily associated with Stockholm, which is located on 14 islands and has preserved many attractions.
From the original proposals - a walk along the roofs of Stockholm, in the company with an experienced guide, children's excursions in the footsteps of literary heroes, the cheerful hooligan Pippi Longstocking (this is how her name is spelled in a fairy tale) and Karlson, a charming "man in his prime", as well as an eventful tourism.
Capital excursions in Sweden
It is to Stockholm that the gaze of all tourists crossing the borders of the Kingdom of Sweden is turned. A beautiful city, which is located both on land and on water, pleases with its ancient architecture, historical monuments, including those associated with Russia. A walk in the Swedish capital will cost 50 € for a group of 1 to 15 people, and its duration will be 1-2 hours.
Most of the time tourists will spend in the Old Town, which occupies four islands in the center of Stockholm. One of the islands is famous for being the resting place of seventeen Swedish monarchs. Here is also buried the famous King Charles XII, with whom the Russian tsar Peter I "sorted out relations". Among the famous Stockholm sights are the following: the Royal Palace; Nobel Museum; lane Morten Trotzig; Museum of the Middle Ages; church of St. Nicholas.
The Royal Palace impresses with its majestic and austere appearance; it continues to be the residence of the Swedish monarchs and occupies a place in the city center on the embankment of Stadholmen Island. One of the most beautiful sights is the changing of the royal guard. The entrance to the palace is available for “mere mortals”, that is, tourists who have the opportunity to get acquainted with the state rooms, their interiors, decoration and even visit the hall where the Nobel Prizes are awarded and the king of Sweden receives guests of honor annually.
The correct name is the Nobel Museum, and not the Alfred Nobel Museum, as you can sometimes find in print. The museum exhibits tell the story of the great Swedish inventor, businessman and those who have been awarded the famous prize in various fields of science.
The Cathedral of St. Nicholas is considered a cathedral, that is, the main one in Stockholm, moreover, it is the oldest of all the churches in the historical center. Built in neo-gothic style, dates back to 1279. It is very beautiful externally and internally, has a number of magnificent artworks, including a sculptural composition depicting St. George and the Dragon (1489).
Frivolous excursion or Carlson's tricks
Sweden's most famous writer, Astrid Lindgren, left behind a rich literary legacy and world-famous heroes. Therefore, many of the Swedish guides are developing fun excursions for young travelers, although their parents would also like to go back to childhood. The tour lasts 1-2 hours and costs about 50 € per group.
The walk "In the footsteps of Karlson" takes place in the historical part of the city, while adults enjoy the views of ancient buildings, monuments, look into the narrowest street of the city - Morten Trotzig lane, children have fun, find out on which roof their favorite character lived, where in Stockholm are the most delicious buns and coffee, which roofs offer the best views. At the same time, the guide will tell the children how the current capital of Sweden was built, why the fortress wall was erected, what crafts the ancient inhabitants were engaged in.
Event tours
You can get to know the country in different ways by studying its history and architecture, ethnography or culture. In recent years, event tourism has gained popularity, when a group travels to Sweden during an important national and religious holiday. During such a trip, you can get to know the country and have fun.
Many of Sweden's holidays are associated with the folk calendar or otherworldly powers. On the last day of April, Walpurgis Night is celebrated, which symbolizes that spring has come. On this day, in the vicinity of cities and towns, bonfires are kindled and choirs, mostly male, perform.
At the end of June, Midsummer is celebrated, the onset of the summer solstice. The program includes divination by flowers, decoration of the Maypole, weaving of wreaths that decorate houses and people, traditional round dances. And the most magical holiday of winter is Christmas, which is celebrated on the night of December 24-25. The whole country is changing, decorated with thousands of garlands, lights and toys, and on the festive table, of course, the Christmas goose is the main dish.
