Riddarholmen (Stockholm)

Sweden / Stockholm / Stockholm
 island, historic city center, historic district
Riddarholmen (Swedish: "The Knights' Islet") is a small islet in central Stockholm, Sweden. The island forms part of Gamla Stan, the old town, and houses a number of private palaces dating from the 17th century. The main landmark is the church Riddarholmskyrkan, the royal burial church since the 16th century and where a number of Swedish monarchs lie buried.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riddarholmen
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Coordinates:   59°19'30"N   18°3'49"E

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  • The local burgesses always elect wrong aldermen.
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