drottningholm
states: [sweden]
category: cultural
year: 1991
location: Province of Stockholm, Region of Ekero
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 59.3230600000, 17.8833300000
last visited: 2010
unesco id: 559
world heritage site: 559
The Royal Domain of Drottningholm, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Sweden, is a well-preserved historical ensemble featuring a 17th-century palace, a picturesque theater, and a Chinese Pavilion. Originally built as a royal summer residence, it showcases Baroque architecture and beautifully landscaped gardens, reflecting the grandeur of European royal estates. Today, it serves as a residence for the Swedish royal family while remaining open to the public as a cultural treasure, offering insight into Sweden’s royal history and artistic heritage.
