The subway system was created in 1941 and opened for public use in 1950. Since then, the stations have been filled with paintings, sculptures, and elaborate mosaics. Traveling through Stokholm by the subway is like having access to a giant free public art gallery.

The gallery is made possible through government funding. Maintainance work is necessary to ensure that the beautiful artworks are protected from vandals.

Many of the stations not only contain paintings, but have been transformed into colorful artworks themselves. The tunnels have been painted and adapted to become a unique space for tourists and locals to enjoy.

If you are visiting Stockholm, make sure you add Stockholm’s subway system to do your to-do list. Hopping between stations is a surprisingly wonderful way to spend the afternoon – especially when it’s raining!

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The subway system was created in 1941 and opened for public use in 1950. Since then, the stations have been filled with paintings, sculptures, and elaborate mosaics. Traveling through Stokholm by the subway is like having access to a giant free public art gallery.

The gallery is made possible through government funding. Maintainance work is necessary to ensure that the beautiful artworks are protected from vandals.

Many of the stations not only contain paintings, but have been transformed into colorful artworks themselves. The tunnels have been painted and adapted to become a unique space for tourists and locals to enjoy.

If you are visiting Stockholm, make sure you add Stockholm’s subway system to do your to-do list. Hopping between stations is a surprisingly wonderful way to spend the afternoon – especially when it’s raining!

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