Sweden

Geographical location: Northern Europe

Bordering countries: Norway to the west and Finland to the northeast

Landscape: Islands and islets along the coastline; forests and lakes in the north; rolling hills and farmland in the south

Climate: Temperate climate with four distinct seasons

Population: Around 10.4 million people

Capital city: Stockholm

Other important cities: Gothenburg, Malmö, Uppsala, and Linköping

Language: Swedish; other languages include Finnish and Sami

Currency: Swedish krona

Cuisine: Known for hearty dishes like meatballs, lingonberry sauce, and pickled herring

Music: Classical to modern pop; notable contributions include the popular band ABBA

Famous tourist attractions: Vasa Museum in Stockholm, Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi, Swedish Lapland region in the north

Interesting historical facts: Neutral in World War II; known for progressive social policies, sustainability, and environmental protection


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