Skogskyrkogården

cemetery in Stockholm
#20 in Stockholm / #35 in Sweden
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by AeLn
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Skogskyrkogården, located in Stockholm, Sweden, is a renowned cemetery and UNESCO World Heritage Site that epitomizes the harmonious blend of nature and architecture. Designed by architects Gunnar Asplund and Sigurd Lewerentz between 1917 and 1940, the cemetery covers approximately 250 acres and features a serene landscape of rolling hills, dense woodlands, and carefully curated architectural elements. The design reflects a modernist aesthetic and an innovative approach to cemetery planning, emphasizing simplicity, tranquility, and the natural environment.


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