Sweden, a land where ancient forests kiss the azure sky and the whisper of the Northern Lights dances across the night, is a testament to serene beauty and progressive spirit. This Nordic jewel of archipelagos and rolling hills offers an enchanting tapestry of natural splendour and cultural richness. From the cobbled streets of Stockholm, where modernity meets history, to the rugged serenity of the Lapland wilderness, Sweden is a nation of contrasts that blend harmoniously.
Its commitment to innovation, environmental protection and social justice reflects a society that thrives on both tradition and forward-thinking ideals. Here, the legacy of Viking explorers mixes with a contemporary ethos to create a unique story of resilience and creativity. In Sweden, every sunrise over the tranquil lakes and every snowfall in the pristine forests tells a story of timeless elegance and progressive vision.
Temperate in south with cold, cloudy winters and cool, partly cloudy summers; subarctic in north
Swedish 80.3%, Syrian 1.9%, Iraqi 1.4%, Finnish 1.4%, other 15%
Finish everything on your plate as it is considered rude to leave any food uneaten.
Köttbullar (Swedish Meatballs) — beef mixed with pork or veal seasoned with onions, salt, pepper, and allspice and shaped into small round balls for browning in butter; typically served with lingonberry sauce, mashed potatoes, and gravy on the side
Small, open, competitive, and thriving economy that remains outside of the euro zone; has achieved an enviable standard of living, with its combination of free-market capitalism and extensive welfare benefits