stockholm by stromsjo

the geology of commuting

Per Stromsjo — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:08:00 -0800

Building a railroad in the somewhat rough terrain of Lidingö did require a bit of digging and blasting. Almost looks like busy trams on Lidingöbanan have carved a ravine here at Baggeby.
Baggeby station, Lidingö (map) 29 September 2009

S:t Tomas kyrka (3)

Per Stromsjo — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:06:00 -0800

A wooden crucifix by the artist Bror Hjorth is a signum of St. Thomas Church in Vällingby.

S:t Tomas kyrka, Vällingby (map) 9 September 2009

trollholmens skola (2)

Per Stromsjo — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:05:00 -0800

Here's Trollholmen School again. Remember all that low-tech fun?
Trollholmens skola, Sollentuna (map) 26 September 2009

hope in Tyresö

Per Stromsjo — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:05:00 -0800

Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow,
I am the softly falling snow.
(Mary Frye)

Bollmora kyrkogård, Tyresö (map) 10 October 2009

the Toontown connection

Per Stromsjo — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:04:00 -0800

The subway can be a magic place. Join us where geometry is funnier and colours much stronger. Give your worries the day off and catch the next train for Toontown right here at University Station.

Tunnelbana Universitetet (map) 1 November 2009

hospitality (2)

Per Stromsjo — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:03:00 -0800

Walking towards Danderyds sjukhus. Maybe someone at the hospital is about to get a visit.
Tunnelbana Danderyds sjukhus, Danderyd (map) 1 November 2009

a military saint

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:03:00 -0800

The Major: Why did he kill it, anyway, Fawlty?
Basil: I don't know, Major. Better than marrying it.

(John Cleese & Connie Booth 1979)

St. George and the Dragon provide a bit of action in Storkyrkan - The Great Church.

Storkyrkan, Gamla stan (map) 1 November 2009

bollmora kyrkogård (3)

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:02:00 -0800

We're back at the cemetery. There's something ambiguous about the form of this object. Embracing and inclusive - yet with some sharp edges.
Bollmora kyrkogård, Tyresö (map) 10 October 2009

dreaming of Vaxholm

Per Stromsjo — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:02:00 -0800

With 5000 residents, Vaxholm is a smallish town. In the tourist season this locality is a busy hub for the Stockholm Archipelago and well-known Waxholms hotell might wish they had more than 42 rooms to offer. See more?

Hamngatan, Vaxholm (map) 2 October 2009

vällingbygrillen

Per Stromsjo — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:01:00 -0700

Ice cream, hamburgers and soft drinks. Fast food in the suburb. Notice how the square is paved with granite setts in characteristic circle patterns - literally a landmark of Vällingby.
Vällingby centrum (map) 9 September 2009

vaxholms kastell

Per Stromsjo — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:30:00 -0700

Vaxholm Castle was originally constructed centuries ago to defend against shipborne attacks from the east. Today it hosts a museum of coastal defence.
Vaxholm (map) 2 October 2009

ansgarskyrkan

Per Stromsjo — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 01:29:00 -0700

In the midst of Lidingö shopping centre, next to the town hall, is Ansgar Church from 1996. Pastor Leif Romell has been generously sharing his insight into its history.

Artist Lennart Rodhe created this cross in "egg tempera" technique. Thereby the colours remain "true" even in differing light conditions. When only a few candles are lit - and depending on exactly where in the room you are - the cross "comes alive" and an amazing tunnel effect can be seen.

Ansgarskyrkan, Lidingö (map) 29 September 2009

infra city (3)

Per Stromsjo — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:28:00 -0700

Same hotel, another angle. One never knows with these glassy façades.
Infra City, Upplands Väsby (map) 26 September 2009

romantic vacancy

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:26:00 -0700

Moon or no moon, summer is merely a memory and this bench by Norrviken doesn't seem overly crowded.
Norrviken, Sollentuna (map) 26 September 2009

bollmora kyrkogård (2)

Per Stromsjo — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 01:25:00 -0700

Tranquility. A timeless pace in a timeless place - Bollmora Cemetery. The shadow in the foreground is from the campanile.
Bollmora kyrkogård, Tyresö (map) 10 October 2009

S:t Tomas kyrka (2)

Per Stromsjo — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:23:00 -0700

Light from the inner garden. A meditative moment by the baptismal font in St. Thomas Church.
S:t Tomas kyrka, Vällingby (map) 9 September 2009

jam session

Per Stromsjo — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:22:00 -0700

You can make jam or jelly. Or just admire the rowan berries and leave them for the birds to enjoy on one of those colder days to come at Bollmora Cemetery.

Bollmora kyrkogård, Tyresö (map) 10 October 2009

the Rindö connection

Per Stromsjo — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 01:21:00 -0700

The characteristic silhouette of a double-ended ferry. Without them, what would life in the archipelago be like?
Vaxholm Västerhamnen (map) 2 October 2009

the Riga connection

Per Stromsjo — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:21:00 -0700

The MS Silja Festival is one of two Tallink ferries serving the route between Stockholm and Riga, Latvia. We're looking west-south-west from Larsberg, Lidingö. Can you spot any churches?

Frihamnen (map) 29 September 2009

"Your body language is telling me you’re uncomfortable."

Per Stromsjo — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:20:00 -0700

Next to Vaxholm Church, this tree has a privileged and somewhat protected location. Still, I wonder how many leaves have fallen since that sunny Friday. In fact, trees could use some therapy. Imagine losing your exquisite costume each and every year! See more?

Vaxholms kyrka (map) 2 October 2009

lidingö kyrka (2)

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 01:19:00 -0700

The exterior of Lidingö Church, completed in 1623.
Lidingö kyrka (map) 29 September 2009

the choreography of life

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:19:00 -0700

Have you learned to find your personal style while walking in sync with those you care for?

Lidingö centrum (map) 29 September 2009

change lanes for Vallentuna

Per Stromsjo — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 01:18:00 -0700

Straight on to Arlanda? Or a detour from the E4 motorway? Choices, choices...
E4, Upplands Väsby (map) 26 September 2009

staying in the flow (2)

Per Stromsjo — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 01:16:00 -0700

Settling down where there's a good supply of water seems like an excellent idea - for trees as well as for the rest of us.
Norrviken, Sollentuna (map) 26 September 2009

bollmora kyrkogård

Per Stromsjo — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 01:14:00 -0700

Less is more at Bollmora Cemetery.
Bollmora kyrkogård, Tyresö (map) 10 October 2009

I'll Be Waiting

Per Stromsjo — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:14:00 -0700

"As long as I'm living I'll be waiting
As long as I'm breathing I'll be there"
(Kravitz, Ross)

Lidingö centrum (map) 29 September 2009

the sky's the limit

Per Stromsjo — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:13:00 -0700

High-rise buildings are few and far between around Stockholm. Here's one in an odd location. The hotel in Infra City is located 20 km north of the city center. It has 320 rooms and a splendid view overlooking a boring motorway.

Infra City, Upplands Väsby (map) 26 September 2009

with warm greetings

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 01:12:00 -0700

The classic outdoor shopping centre in Vällingby got itself a roof. Not much help though on a wintry day. Indoor malls still have the competitive edge in terms of comfort.
Vällingby centrum (map) 9 September 2009

where no one can hear you play

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:12:00 -0700

The kids have left and the sun is setting. Suddenly that familiar playground doesn't look quite so inviting anymore. Almost like something out of a creepy movie.

Trollholmens skola, Sollentuna (map) 26 September 2009

vaxholms kyrka

Per Stromsjo — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 01:11:00 -0700

The church in Vaxholm was completed 206 years ago.
Vaxholms kyrka (map) 2 October 2009

island art

Per Stromsjo — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 07:10:00 -0700

The small sculpture "Människan i centrum", here seen opposite a flower shop in Lidingö shopping centre, was created by Sven Lundqvist.
Lidingö centrum (map) 29 September 2009

upplands väsby station

Per Stromsjo — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 01:09:00 -0700

Once again looking down at Upplands Väsby train station from a bike bridge. Been there, done that. The station was first opened in 1866.
Upplands Väsby station (map) 10 August 2009

when I was a kid

Per Stromsjo — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 01:08:00 -0700

The lakes were inviting
Bathing exciting
The evenings were longer
A feeling much stronger
When I was a kid

Norrviken, Sollentuna (map) 26 September 2009

k:fem revisited

Per Stromsjo — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:07:00 -0700

Interior from the fashion house in recently revamped Vällingby. Possibly a clever idea to have shops for clothing assembled under one roof, now that they couldn't turn the entire centre into an indoor mall.
Vällingby centrum (map) 9 September 2009

E140 at work

Per Stromsjo — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:07:00 -0700

Chlorophyll has been approved as an additive for food colouring. So don't forget to think "E140" the next time you encounter a colourful tree.

Vättegränd, Sollentuna (map) 26 September 2009

want to trade ?

Per Stromsjo — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:06:00 -0700

I have no idea what these kids just bought but they rushed over to this bench, eager to open and compare their recent purchases. What's your guess?

Lidingö centrum (map) 29 September 2009

waxholms hotell

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:05:00 -0700

Art Nouveau architecture, here's the classic hotel from 1903 in Vaxholm.
Hamngatan, Vaxholm (map) 2 October 2009

I'll Find My Way Home

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:05:00 -0700

The full moon offers a bit of unnecessary navigational assistance as another ferry rushes from Rindö to join a sister vessel already moored in Vaxholm.

Vaxholmsleden (map) 2 October 2009

lidingö kyrka

Per Stromsjo — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:04:00 -0700

The pulpit of Lidingö Church was replaced in 1779. Here's the "new" one.
Lidingö kyrka (map) 29 September 2009

heavenly cooking

Per Stromsjo — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:29:00 -0700

A food court is an establishment where several restaurants share the same premises. The new one in Vällingby is called Vällingehus. The interior is surprisingly shabby already. The food is OK. The reflected sky is delightful.

Vällingby centrum (map) 9 September 2009

order has been restored

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:28:00 -0700

Evenings used to be long, warm, even sunny. Now is the time for cuddling up indoors, leaving only the photographer out there in the dark. Just the way he wants it.

Annerovägen, Sollentuna (map) 26 September 2009

the Fittja connection (2)

Per Stromsjo — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:22:00 -0700

Fittja in Botkyrka has 7500 residents. 65% of them are of foreign descent. Thanks to the subway, the inner city is easily within reach. See more?

Tunnelbana Fittja, Botkyrka (map) 23 August 2009

organ without bodies (2)

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:21:00 -0700

The organ of St. Thomas Church in Vällingby was constructed in 1962. A modest instrument, when compared to some others.

S:t Tomas kyrka, Vällingby (map) 9 September 2009

end of the line

Per Stromsjo — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:15:00 -0700

A pensive moment at Norsborg, the westernmost station in the subway network.

Tunnelbana Norsborg, Botkyrka (map) 23 August 2009

vertical reflections

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:14:00 -0700

In front of the main entrance to St. Thomas Church in Vällingby stands a cross made of polished steel, five meters tall.

S:t Tomas kyrka, Vällingby (map) 9 September 2009

fiesta in Väsby

Per Stromsjo — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:09:00 -0700

This might not be the most spectacular and extravagant summer party we've come across but these suburban residents seem to be having one heck of a good time. I so wonder what's inside that plastic bag on the table. Maybe ice-cream?

Dragonvägen, Upplands Väsby (map) 10 August 2009

benchmarking in Alby

Per Stromsjo — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:08:00 -0700

I had to have another encounter in Botkyrka with the red benches at Alby subway station, decorated by Olle Ängqvist. This is a remake and you know what they say - remakes are never quite as good as the original. So, what's your verdict?

Tunnelbana Alby, Botkyrka (map) 23 August 2009

the people's home

Per Stromsjo — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:07:00 -0700

There comes a time in life when we no longer move about at warp speed and take corners on two wheels. Stockholm aims to be a good city for the elderly with a wide spectrum of services available and accessible when the pace and the priorities are different. Have we been successful? One day I may find out.

Dragonvägen, Upplands Väsby (map) 10 August 2009

at the margin

Per Stromsjo — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:02:00 -0700

- How did I get myself into this?

Ever had one of those days?

Täby centrum (map) 3 August 2009

let them eat cake !

Per Stromsjo — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:01:00 -0700

Whether you're short on bread or that sweeter stuff, rest assured that Café Petit Four in Väsby centrum has plenty on offer. However, this particular item has been on display for years so I wouldn't start chewing on it anytime soon.

Väsby centrum, Upplands Väsby (map) 10 August 2009