Drottningholm Palace

Drottningholm Palace is the private palace of the Swedish royal family, located in Drottningholm (Drottningholm Island) in Eker, Stockholm, Lake Mälaren. The magnificent Drottningholm Palace was built in 1537 by the King of Sweden for the Queen, but the Queen died before the palace was completed. It was rebuilt after it was burned down in 1661. Drottningholm Palace has a castle, a well-preserved theater (built in 1766), and Chinese-style courtyard pavilions. It was also influenced by the Palace of Versailles and became the best example of a royal palace in Northern Europe in the 18th century. In 1991, it was listed on the World Heritage List of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.

Most of the buildings in Drottningholm Palace are in Baroque style. From a distance, you can see the natural landscapes surrounding Stockholm that have been damaged by human activities. If you look closely, you will be impressed by the elaborate layout of each room in the palace. This is the location of the current Swedish Royal Academy. Outside the former royal palace, there are huge gardens, Chinese-style courtyard pavilions, Drottningholm Theatre and other buildings of different styles, which attract a large number of tourists every year. At present, in addition to the private residence of the Swedish royal family, some rooms and collections are open to the public.