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Sweden — silhouette, capital and facts
Sweden is in Europe and its capital is Stockholm. With about 10 million people and 450,295 km², it ranks 55th in area and 88th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Sweden, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Stockholm
- Continent
- Europe
- Population
- about 10 million
- Area
- 450,295 km²
- Language
- Swedish
- Currency
- Swedish krona
- Flag colors
- blue, yellow
Borders
Sweden shares a land border with 2 countries: Norway, Finland.
Fun facts about Sweden
- The Nobel Prizes, except the Peace Prize, are awarded in Stockholm every December 10.
- The Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi is rebuilt every winter using ice from the Torne River.
- Allemansrätten, everyone's right to roam and camp in nature, is a Swedish tradition.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Sweden?
The capital of Sweden is Stockholm.
Which continent is Sweden in?
Sweden is in Europe.
Which countries border Sweden?
Sweden shares a land border with 2 countries: Norway, Finland.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Sweden?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Sweden is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Sweden?
The Nobel Prizes, except the Peace Prize, are awarded in Stockholm every December 10. The Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi is rebuilt every winter using ice from the Torne River. Allemansrätten, everyone's right to roam and camp in nature, is a Swedish tradition.
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