After a 50 minutes boat ride from Stockholm Center (30 minutes with public transportations) we arrived at the 17th century Drottningholm Palace and could take a long walk in the baroque garden. Restful and not too many tourists. This little 'cousin' of the chateaux of Versailles is open for visitors despite that it has been since 1981 the private residence to the Swedish Royal Family.
For the security of His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Sylvia, the Royal guards are present at all times and in all weather. And yes, in Sweden there exist equality and both female and male guards are in service. Same uniform and discipline whatever the size.
