Stockholm

We had a great day in Stockholm. We docked in Nynäshamn, and boarded our bus. Our tour guide did a good job of explaining the development of Stockholm, and the Maritime history.

We went to the Vasa Museum, named for the ill- fated ship that traveled less than a mile after launching in 1628, before foundering and sinking. It was top-heavy, as there were two upper levels with cannon, and not enough ballast. There was a "breeze"- not even categorized as wind, that caused the ship to list. Then water entered the cannon holes, and down she went. The cold water preserved the ship for over 350 years, resulting in nearly 95% original structure being preserved.

We had free time and found a nice little cafe for lunch.I had a spinach and cheese pie, while Wayne had a huge ham and cheese sandwich. We had time to walk around some more, and found an IKEA. I wished that we had thought to find it before we ate- could have had meatballs!

While waiting for the bus, we saw soldiers marching in front of the Royal Palace for changing of the Guard.

The Military Tribute was in the evening. Another nice get-together.En savoir plus