The Danish capital is renowned for its gregarious residents, wild gay scene and impeccable design sense. The city’s reputation has grown to include its food, hotels, architecture, galleries and museums. Just across a sleek new bridge, southern Sweden features a fun-loving gay community, stylish architecture, beautiful countryside, beaches and — best of all — a gay champagne bar in the middle of the woods.

Our Stockholm photo essays follow. Photography and essays by David Walberg, publisher and editor at large at Pink Triangle Press.

Copenhagen, Malmö, Scania Highlights of the cities and countryside. Stockholm shines Pride infuses the city with sex and love. Marvelous Millesgarden The erotic sculpture of Carl Milles.