World Heritage Identification Number: 559
World Heritage since: 1991
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇸🇪 Sweden
Continent: Europe
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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The Royal Domain of Drottningholm: A 18th-Century North European Royal Residence
The Royal Domain of Drottningholm, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991, offers a captivating glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of 18th-century European royalty. Situated on an island in Lake Mälar, just outside the bustling city of Stockholm, this remarkable ensemble represents the epitome of north European royal architecture, drawing inspiration from the iconic Palace of Versailles.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
The Royal Domain of Drottningholm stands on an island in Lake Mälar in a suburb of Stockholm. With its castle, perfectly preserved theatre (built in 1766), Chinese pavilion and gardens, it is the finest example of an 18th-century north European royal residence inspired by the Palace of Versailles.
Encyclopedia Record: Drottningholm Palace
Drottningholm Palace, or Drottningholm, one of Sweden's royal palaces, situated near Sweden's capital Stockholm, is the private residence of the Swedish royal family.Additional Site Details
Area: 162.429 hectares
Coordinates: 59.32306 , 17.88333
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