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Riddarholmen (Swedish: "The Knights' Islet")

Is a small islet in central Stockholm.
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.

The western end of the island gives a magnificent panoramic and photogenic view of the bay Riddarfjärden, often used by TV journalists with Stockholm City Hall in the background. A statue of Birger Jarl, traditionally regarded to be the founder of Stockholm, is standing on a pillar in front of the Bonde Palace north of Riddarholmskyrkan.

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