Sweden's largest city proudly mixes old and new. Historic church spires and construction cranes break the skyline. Numerous museums celebrate Viking history, Swedish monarchy, and arts and innovation. Shoppers can find modern malls and department stores, filled with the latest designs, and quaint antique shops.

 

English is taught beginning in first grade. City planners and scientists from around the world visit to study Sweden's advances in sustainable living.

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Stockholm is one-third water, one-third parks, and one-third city. Many of its residents live in apartment buildings and compact flats above shops and restaurants, preserving space for outdoor cafes and parks. We saw a number of small "container" homes stacked on top of each other. We learned that these are the temporary homes of seasonal construction workers who are employed during the long summer days.