Sweden
Sweden is a Scandinavian nation with thousands of coastal islands and inland lakes, along with vast boreal forests and glaciated mountains. Its principal cities, eastern capital Stockholm and southwestern Gothenburg and Malmö, are all coastal. Stockholm is built on 14 islands. It has more than 50 bridges, as well as the medieval old town, Gamla Stan, royal palaces and museums such as open-air Skansen.
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Capital: Stockholm
Important Cities: Gothenburg, Malmö, Uppsala
Airports:
- Gothenburg (GOT)
- Östersund (OSD)
- Stockholm Västerås (VST)
- Visby (VBY)
- Luleå (LLA)
- Stockholm Arlanda (ARN)
- Sundsvall (SDL)
- Malmö (MMX)
- Stockholm Bromma (BMA)
- Umeå (UME)
- Norrköping (NRK)
- Stockholm Skavsta (NYO)
- Växjö (VXO)
Tourist Attractions:
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Stockholm's Old Town (Gamla Stan): A historic and charming city center.
Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi: A unique hotel made of ice and snow in Swedish Lapland.
Drottningholm Palace: A UNESCO World Heritage site and the residence of the Swedish royal family.
Vasa Museum: Housing the almost fully intact 17th-century warship Vasa.
Northern Lights: Best observed in the northernmost parts of Sweden.
Currency:
Swedish Krona (SEK)
Cuisines:
Swedish Meatballs: Served with lingonberry sauce and potatoes.
Herring: Prepared in various ways and often enjoyed with new potatoes.
Gravad Lax: Salmon cured with salt, sugar, and dill, usually served with mustard sauce.
Crayfish: A popular dish, especially during the crayfish season.
Smörgåsbord: A traditional Swedish buffet featuring a variety of dishes.
Herring: Prepared in various ways and often enjoyed with new potatoes.
Gravad Lax: Salmon cured with salt, sugar, and dill, usually served with mustard sauce.
Crayfish: A popular dish, especially during the crayfish season.
Smörgåsbord: A traditional Swedish buffet featuring a variety of dishes.
Cultural Activities:
Attend traditional Midsummer and Lucia celebrations.
Explore the works of Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman.
Visit the ABBA Museum in Stockholm.
Explore the works of Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman.
Visit the ABBA Museum in Stockholm.
Accommodation:
Sweden offers a wide range of accommodation, including 3-star, 4-star, and 5-star hotels.
Notable hotels include Grand Hôtel in Stockholm and Upper House in Gothenburg.
Notable hotels include Grand Hôtel in Stockholm and Upper House in Gothenburg.
Transport Connectivity:
Sweden has an extensive and well-maintained road network for traveling by car.
Trains and buses provide efficient domestic transportation.
High-speed trains like the X2000 connect major cities.
Ferries are common for reaching Sweden’s many islands.
Trains and buses provide efficient domestic transportation.
High-speed trains like the X2000 connect major cities.
Ferries are common for reaching Sweden’s many islands.
Population:
Approximately 10.4 million
Religion:
Predominantly Christianity, with a large Lutheran population.
Languages Spoken:
Swedish: The official language.
English is widely spoken and understood, and many Swedes are fluent in it, making it easy for travelers to communicate in English.
English is widely spoken and understood, and many Swedes are fluent in it, making it easy for travelers to communicate in English.
Disclaimer:
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