Join us as we explore Östermalm, Stockholm’s present-day city center. This Östermalm walkabout will highlight recent and current events, beginning with the emergence of the Swedish Empire and its eventual downfall to Russia in the early 18th century. As part of our journey, we’ll delve into the region’s socio-political growth and how Sweden evolved into today’s influential European powerhouse. We’ll intertwine social issues like religion and the welfare state system with intriguing narratives involving the Stockholm syndrome, ground-breaking scientific discoveries and the assassination of Olof Palme.