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Kungsholmen Skyline and Shoreline
The southern shorelines of Kungsholmen in November 2007

Kungsholmen is a cool island in Lake Mälaren in Sweden. It's a central part of Stockholm, the capital city. This island is known for its beautiful views and lively neighborhoods. It's a great place to live and visit! Kungsholmen is considered part of the historical region called Uppland.

Exploring Kungsholmen

Kungsholmen is an exciting island with lots to discover. It's a popular spot in Stockholm. Many people live here, and there are plenty of things to see and do.

Geography and Size

Kungsholmen is not a very big island. It covers an area of about 3.9 square kilometers. That's like 1.5 square miles. The edge of the island, its perimeter, is about 8.9 kilometers long. That's about 5.5 miles.

The highest point on Kungsholmen is at a place called Stadshagsplan. It reaches about 47 meters above sea level. That's around 154 feet high.

People Living on the Island

Many people call Kungsholmen home. As of December 31, 2007, there were 56,754 people living on the island. This makes it a busy and active part of Stockholm.

Districts of Kungsholmen

The island of Kungsholmen is divided into five smaller areas, or districts. Each district has its own unique feel. These districts are:

  • Kungsholmen (the main district, sharing the island's name)
  • Marieberg
  • Fredhäll
  • Kristineberg
  • Stadshagen

Each of these areas offers different types of homes, parks, and places to explore.

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