- Address: Slottet, 752 37 Uppsala, Sweden
- Phone: +46 18 727 24 82
- Website: destinationuppsala.se
- Architectural style: Renaissance architecture
- Founder: Gustav I Vasa
- Year of foundation: 1567
Once the city of Uppsala was the Swedish capital, and in it as a symbol of the power of the ruling monarchical system was built the royal castle . Now this massive structure is a museum and at the same time the residence of the governor. Excursions accompanied by guides are allowed.
A bit of history of Uppsala Castle
The construction of the majestic fortress in the Renaissance style began in 1549 on the orders of King Gustav I Vasa. This happened just at the time when the state officially separated from the church, and as a convincing argument the cannon on the bastions were sent to the residence of the archbishop of Sweden.
200 years after the fierce fire, the castle was seriously damaged and for a long time was in decline. In 2003, the final restoration was completed, after which this beautiful fortress - the Uppsala Castle - began to function again and receive guests.
What's interesting in Uppsala Castle?
Now the castle in Uppsala is a premise where the State Council has settled down, and also the city hall is located. Here, serious political issues are discussed every day. Guns on the towers in the 90's led to disability, so that anyone who can safely admire them.
One wing of the castle is given under the Art Museum, where art exhibitions are held regularly. In the premises of the former prison there are own wax exposition, which represent a real action from the past centuries to the sounds of ancient music and with light special effects.
Directly in front of the building is a castle garden, imitating the Baroque style. It has more than 10 thousand plants brought from all over the world. In the depths of the park there is a greenhouse, in which the most exotically demanding climates are cultivated.
How to get to the castle in Uppsala?
Every 10 minutes in the direction of Uppsala Castle shuttle buses number 11 from the stop Sunnersta Holmvägen. The travel time through Sunnersta Holmvägen takes only 9 minutes. You can walk here, and it's best to get on a bicycle and not depend on circumstances.