Once the stately home of Prince Eugene, a painter, who was born with an artistic talent, but also under the Royal spotlight, and from birth destined to play the role expected of him. He became a skilled painter and even his father, the King, grudgingly had to acknowledge this fact. By the end of his life, his home and vast collection of art was donated to the State in order for it to be enjoyed by the public.
Prince Eugene undeniably had good taste, which is evident from his beautiful house. But as much as I enjoy going to art exhibitions in his former home, now a museum, it is the garden and park that I find to be the main draw to Waldemarsudde.
Overlooking the harbor inlet of the city, the main thoroughfare into Stockholm for centuries, the Prince had a great panorama to enjoy. "After art, I think flowers are my greatest joy", wrote the Prince in a letter to a friend, which becomes evident when walking in the beautiful park surrounding the house.
There are several sculptures to admire, perhaps the most famous of these, August Rodin's the Thinker. Monsieur Rodin created several versions, the one in Waldemarsudde being one of the earliest versions and most sought after by collectors.
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At ground level, there are a few designated elevators that will take you directly up to the venue. You'll be greeted by a friendly host and a grand view!
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Södermalm is a vibrant part of the city, and a popular place to go to for people watching, eating good and to be in the pulse of everything.
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Åsö Noodles make all noodles in-house and my favorite dish is the Dandan Mian, a spicy semi soup served with thin noodles, shredded chicken and veggies.
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Tantolunden is divided into three areas and stretches for a big part of Södermalm in Stockholm, with more than 400 plots of different sizes,
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Pärlansk Konfektyr serves the best homemade soft ice in the world! They only have vanilla flavour, but the secret is in their toppings...
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The south part has wide paths to walk on and every now and then you'll find small signs explaining what flora you are walking by.
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Most visitors don't know about it as it is the last house on a dead-end street. It is so small you can almost give it a hug!
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Café Eurobar is a restaurant run by a group of ladies where the menu changes almost every week. The cuisine is a mix of Russian, Baltic, Polish and Czech.
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If you like lamb chops you are in for a treat. Grilled to perfection and seasoned well, it's so flavorful, and the meat is so tender it falls off the bone.
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At Meatlballs for the people you'll get the real stuff. Meatballs, mash, gravy, pickled cucumber, lingonberry... Don't forget to take an akvavit!
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I have been on many tours with him and the storytelling he does is fantastic, and you can really picture yourself going back in time.
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Venture further, and you'll discover the enchanting side streets, Bellmangatan and Tavastgatan. Each exudes its own unique charm.
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