A unique mix of grotesque 1960s concrete urban vision
and cosy historical Swedish brick houses, Slussen has
become one of Stockholm’s most architecturally edgy
and controversial neighborhoods. Plans to rebuild the
area have been on the agenda for decades, however, so
far no agreement could be reached, which is the reason
for the continuing decay of its brutalist substance.
Nevertheless, the museums and the main shopping
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street, Götgatan, attract both locals and tourists
with Sweden’s most fashion-forward clothing retailers,
hipster coffee shops and restaurants. Once the lights
are out, the area turns into a bustling nightlife
haven, catering to all preferences, from posh hotel
bars to sweaty underground nightclubs. There is no
better place to experience the clash between old and
new Sweden.
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