Linné Monument - Free Audio Guide

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden

Linnémonumentet, Sturegatan, Villastaden, Östermalm, Norra Innerstaden, Stockholms kommun, Solna kommun, Stockholms län, 114 36, Sverige

Linné Monument, Stockholm
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Linnémonumentet is a renowned statue group located in Humlegården, Stockholm, commemorating the famous botanist Carl von Linné. Unveiled in 1885, it was created by sculptor Frithiof Kjellberg and originally intended for display near the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. The monument features Linné as an elderly scholar holding his seminal work, Systema Naturae, alongside his favorite flower, the Linnea. Surrounding the statue are figures symbolizing botany, zoology, medicine, and mineralogy. The site is a significant cultural landmark and a popular attraction for visitors. Humlegården is open year-round, with free admission. The park is accessible to all, providing an ideal setting for both relaxation and exploration.