Explore the country that gave the world iconic names such as ABBA, Björn Borg, IKEA and Volvo. Come to Sweden where you’ll be greeted with a standing Ovation!
Sweden is a country where one cannot help but marvel at the astounding array of landscapes. Deep and dense forests, high mountains, bountiful lakes and beautiful, pristine nature exist in abunance. The four seasons create a magical realm of possibilities to discover. Ski during winter, sip a glass of wine in the spring sunshine, embark on a relaxing boat ride during summer or spend some time shopping in the fall.
Each year the Swedish archipelagos lure thousands of visitors from around the global and with very good reason. No one appreciates sunlight as much as a Swede which make the dream of balmy summer nights worth the wait during the dark winter period.
Contrary to rumours not all Swedes are blonde and shy, they are polite, welcoming and enjoy speaking the high level of English for which they are renowned. The rise of immigration in recent years has given Sweden a truly multicultural and cosmopolitan feel.
Accessible by plane, train, car and boat Sweden is a wonderful destination to visit any time of year.
Facts about Sweden:
- Area: 450,000 km² - the third largest country in Western Europe
- Forests: 53%
- Mountains: 11%
- Cultivated land: 8%
- Lakes and rivers: 9%
- Longest north-south distance: 1,574 km
- Longest east-west distance: 499 km
- Population: 9.4 million inhabitants
