The Vasa Museum deserves a blog of its own. The Vasa was a war ship ordered built by the King for his fleet in the early 15th century. It was huge for its day, with two gundecks, and was ornately decorated to intimidate the Poles. Unfortunately, the plans changed many times over the duration of the construction, not least because of the personal preferences and suggestions of the King. So, she was launched in 1628 and sailed for approximately 30 minutes before a small gail capsized her in the harbor. They think that she was simply too top heavy (not enough ballast.) She was located in 1956 and subsequently raised and restored, then towed to the museum site, where the building was constructed around her. An incredible display-- Betty and I were there for at least 3 hours. Pics here.
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