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The Presidential Palace on Market Square in Helsinki. Originally built as the grand home of a local merchant in 1822, the structure was rebuilt in the 1840s to make it the official residence of the Russian czar. It served as the residence of most of the presidents of Finland during the 20th century. Today it is one of three official residences of the Finnish president.

The Presidential Palace on Market Square in Helsinki. Originally built as the grand home of a local merchant in 1822, the structure was rebuilt in the 1840s to make it the official residence of the Russian czar. It served as the residence of most of the presidents of Finland during the 20th century. Today it is one of three official residences of the Finnish president.

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