In the early 1970s, this was the location for the Battle of the Elms ("Slaget om almarna"), protests which ended the demolition of central portions of Stockholm. In the 1990s, the square was made a popular gathering spot for right-wing extremists and neo-Nazis usually holding parades on November 30 every year. Occasionally, this has resulted in clashes with left wing protesters and real battles have taken place in Kungsträdgården. Today it is mostly known for the so-called "Tehuset" ("Tea House") offering coffee, sandwiches, and other refreshing things.