Adolf Fredrik Church, Lutheran church in Stockholm, Sweden
Adolf Fredrik Church is a Lutheran church in central Stockholm, Sweden. The building has a Neoclassical design with a brick structure and a tower that rises 54 meters (177 feet).
The original wooden chapel on this site was dedicated to Saint Olof in 1674. The current church was built between 1768 and 1774 and inaugurated on 27 November 1774.
The church is named after King Adolf Frederick, and its name is still used for the surrounding parish. Inside, a memorial to René Descartes, who was first buried in the cemetery, draws visitors interested in philosophy.
The church is in a central area of Stockholm, easy to reach on foot or by public transport. Visitors can enter through the main door on the street side, and the surrounding cemetery is open during daylight hours.
The church tower stands 54 meters (177 feet) tall and is a landmark in the area. The cemetery also holds the grave of Prime Minister Olof Palme, who was assassinated nearby.
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