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Stureplan is a public square in central Stockholm, between Norrmalm and Östermalm.[1] The square connects the major streets Kungsgatan, Birger Jarlsgatan and Sturegatan. The buildings around the square house offices of banks and other financial institutions, as well as several corporate headquarters.
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Some of the country's most famous and expensive restaurants and bars are located in the area around Stureplan.[2] Some examples are Sturehof, Spy Bar, Riche, Laroy, Hell's Kitchen, East and Sturecompagniet. Shops in the area include Versace, Hugo Boss, Gucci, and LV.[3]
In Sweden, Stureplan has also become a well-known symbol for exclusivity since the major refurbishments during the 1980s. Known as an area with many expensive, luxurious bars and restaurants, it is considered a playground for upper-class youth, celebrities, young business executives and some of the Swedish royal family.[citation needed]
Close to Stureplan is the park Humlegården with the National Library of Sweden. Stureplan is connected to Östermalmstorg metro station of the Stockholm Metro.
References
edit- ^ "Stureplan, high end hotspot of Stockholm". www.takemetosweden.be.
- ^ "Stureplan". www.travelguide.de.
- ^ "Stureplan, Stockholm". www.gpsmycity.com.