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Fjuckby (Swedish pronunciation: [ˈfjɵ̌kːbʏ]) is a village in Uppsala Municipality, Uppsala County, Sweden, located about 15 km (9.3 km) north of the central city Uppsala along European route E4. The village has a population of 65 people (as of 2000) within an area of 18 hectares (44.5 acres). Known as a site for runestones, the village's name has generated worldwide interest in the village.

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Fjuckby
C 698, Uppsala kommun

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