The oldest church in Stockholm once witnessed a royal coronation

Storkyrkan, known as Stockholm's cathedral, is the oldest church in Stockholm. It lies in the heart of the city, between Stockholm Palace and Stortorget, the old main square of Stockholm. Construction began in the 13th century, and it was dedicated to Saint Nicholas in 1306, although it's traditionally believed Birger Jarl founded it. The church's vaulted ceiling and brick pillars still retain much of their late medieval appearance. However, the exterior, uniformly Baroque in appearance, underwent extensive changes in the 18th century.

The church has been the scene of significant historical events. It was the place where Mass was celebrated in Swedish for the first time during the Reformation in Sweden. It served as the only parish church of Stockholm for a long time and has been connected with the Swedish royal family for centuries. It has been the scene of numerous historical events, including the coronation of kings for centuries.

More recently, the wedding of Crown Princess Victoria and Daniel Westling took place in the church in 2010. Storkyrkan has also been used to commemorate military victories and national tragedies, and it is still used for funerals of public figures such as the writers Astrid Lindgren and Sara Danius. The church houses several important works of art, including a late medieval sculpture of Saint George and the Dragon and Vädersolstavlan, one of the earliest images of Stockholm.

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