Sweden

Welcome to Sweden

Sweden is a captivating country nestled in northern Europe, and it shares borders with Norway and Finland and maritime borders with Denmark. This country is renowned for its high quality of life, progressive values, cultural heritage, natural beauty, and rich history. Even though this region had been previously occupied by other civilizations, in the 10th century, the Swedish Kingdom was established, and during this rule, Christianity was spread. However, it was not until the 16th century that Sweden became independent as a nation under Gustav Vasa, known as the founder of modern Sweden, and since then this country has not been conquered completely. Despite having influences and invasions, Sweden has defended itself successfully for centuries. Later, in the 17th century, Sweden started expanding and, as a result, became one of the most powerful states in Europe, as the expansion included Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Russia. Nowadays, this country is remarkable for sustainability and innovations, such as Bluetooth technology, artificial kidneys, the Celsius temperature scale, etc…

Stockholm is the capital and largest city in Sweden and is home to over 1.7 million people. This city has been the capital city since the 13th century, but it was not until 1634 that it officially became the capital city of Sweden. That is not all; this city caters to a wide range of interests and tastes. For example, if you are someone who loves art, then you should visit Moderna Museet, as it is a world-class art museum. And if you’d love exploring the natural beauty of this city, then you cannot miss out on the Royal National City Park, which is a huge park with lakes, gardens, and forests. However, Gamla Stan (Old Town) is a must; this is the heart of Stockholm with historical and stunning architecture. And if you are looking for an iconic experience, then you should try Boat Tour, as it includes exploring the city’s watersides and islands. While having the time of your life, you should also try these Swedish popular dishes, such as Kottbullar (meatballs with mashed potato, gravy, and lingonberry jam), Gravad Lax (cured salmon with mustard and dill), and Kanelbullar (cinnamon buns). 

Random Facts About Sweden

• Sweden has one of the lowest population densities in the world.
• Over 65% of the country is covered by forests.
• Sweden is one of the largest countries in Europe.
• There are over 200,000 islands in Sweden.
• Sweden was neutral during World War II.
• One of the first countries in Europe to give women the vote.