Lake Malar, Sweden

This building takes pride in being one of the most beautiful buildings dating back to the Renaissance era. It was built by King gustav Vasa in the 16th century by building on top of a castle that has existed since the 14th century. The castle is located in the heart of the city and was also the official residence of the Swedish Royal Family. When in the castle, do try checking out the national portrait collection and the 18th century theatre. Today, there is also a museum which is open to the public that you can check out.

One of the best ways to explore the lake would be to take the ferry. If you are heading to places like Djurgarden, the ferry is your go to mode of transportation. The ferry starts from Slussen at the southern end of Gamla Stan and it stops close to prominent attractions. Some of the attractions include the Royal palace, Moderna Museet, Vasa Museum, Skanse, and the ABBA museum. The ferry runs all year round and stops at Skeppsholmen too. To take the ferry, make sure you book the tickets well in advance for a guaranteed entry.

Stiguna is a postcard-worthy town that offers an authentic Swedish travel experience. It is a small town dating back to 980 CE during the last century of the Vikings era and it sits on the shore of Lake Malaren. Today, the town is in ruins, but you can check out the mediaeval-era churches, rune stones and other historic buildings. There are also a lot of boutique and craft shops that you can check out too, so don’t miss out on this town.

Birka, alternatively known as Birch Island is located 30 kilometres west of Stockholm and is one an old Swedish town. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was also an important trading point from the Malar Valley. The town has its origin in the 8th century and continues to attract tourists from across the world. Here, you can check out the ancient remains that have been excavated and studied from the Viking era since the 19th century.