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Enjoying Your Vacation In Sweden
About the county
Stunning and clean, the peaceful Sweden can sometimes be a land of cultural diversity with a mix of Danish and Wild Arctic North influences. One may also get the experience of urban living in its stunning and sophisticated urban centers and at the same time one can feel the tranquility in the countryside. Sweden is filled with charm with scenic medical villages, islands, rivers and forests dotting its landscape.
Most of Sweden's area is covered by forests and not to forget thousands of ponds. One of the beauties of Sweden is its islands and 1 can't go with out seeing these islands. They supply probably the most scenic and lovely experience to any visitors. Stockholm is the capital of Sweden, a city with 14 islands dotted with excellent restaurants, nightclubs, pubs and artistic grandeur. Wherever you go most individuals speak English. If visitors need to have a taste of seafood the west coast is the place to be. Also it is well-known for ancient city Uppsala. Do no miss a holiday to a Ice Hotel that is sculpted from ice each winter in Lapland. Sweden is an exciting country with special roads and state of the art high speed train system.
Population & Languages
Sweden has a population of around 9 million and the established language is Swedish. Lapp is spoken by Sami individuals within the north. Most individuals speak English fluently and in addition many speak German and French.
Electricity
Voltage - 230 volts, Frequency - 50Hz. Standard European 2-pin plugs are used.
Geographic Location
Sweden can sometimes be a Nordic country lying within the Scandinavian Peninsula and is the fifth largest country in Europe. Its west neighbor is Norway; Finland within the northeast, the southwest border is circled by Skagerrak and Kattegat straits and the west coast is surrounded by Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Bothnia. Majority of the area is forest and there are lots of water sources mostly inside the Southern part of Sweden.
Local Customs
As with other country Sweden features its own customs too. It is customary not to drink until the host produces a toast. Smoking is prohibited in most public areas. It really is also customary to say Tack för maten to the host after having a meal which implies thanks for the food. Casual dress is acceptable for everyday wear and formal wear for social gatherings. Also tipping up to ten percent is customary for service in restaurants and around exact same percent for taxis also.
Places to see
Stockholm - The largest city and capital of Sweden and is one of the most lovely urban centers of the world. The old town is a treat for your eyes and a walk around city's waterways and parks is an experience to cherish. Most visitors prefer strolling around on foot and go to the medieval part of Gamla Stan. The city is basically constituted by archipelagos that are outstandingly scenic and may be explored by cruises.
Gothenburg - it is the second biggest city of Sweden. Not to be missed attraction in this city is Liseberg, a world class amusement park. It's home to well-liked museums like Ostindiska huset, Konstmuseet and Sjöfartshistoriska museet.
Vadstena - The Renaissance castle Vadstena slot & klosterkyrkan.
Visby - Port of Visby, ruins of Drotten, St Nicolai, St Lars and St Carin, cathedral of St Maria and Gotlands Fornsal historic musem.
Oland - Fort of Graborg, Eketorp museum and ruins of Borgholm Castle.
Travel
By Air - It's well coupled to the rest of the world by air. Many international airlines serve Sweden other than its national airlines SAS. The other airlines are Air Canada, Air France, Aeroflot, British Airways, Finn air, Lufthansa, Ryan air etc.
By Sea - The ferries connect Sweden with other destinations such as New Castle, Copenhagen, and St. Petersburg etc.
By Rail - Trains connect Ostend, Sweden to London. It actually is also connected to Denmark by Eurostar train.
By Road - Visitors from UK can drive to Sweden through Demark or Germany
Duty Free Items
1. Up to 200 cigarettes or 250 gm tobacco
2. 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars
3. 1 liter spirit over 22% or 2 liter wine or 32 liter beer
4. Perfumes
5. Gifts up to SEK 1700.
Prohibited Items
Narcotics, firearms, ammunition, weapons, most meat and dairy products, eggs, plants, endangered species, fireworks and alcoholic drinks that include more than sixty per cent alcohol.
About the Author
For more information about travel and useful tips for tourists, visit famouswonders.com and check out scotland tourist attractions.
One Direction in Sweden
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Hanna Andersson dainty Clog Sandals Sz 39 US sz 8 quality shoes from Sweden 7 US $16.99
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140 Older Postage Stamps from an album SWEDEN US $16.99
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96303 100 stamps from Sweden see description US $3.00
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LADIES T SHIRT FROM SWEDEN SIZE MEDIUM DECORATED W BLACK SEQUINS US $9.99
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Sweden lot of 3 notes from 1939 1941 and 1954 US $12.50
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Sweden 60 diff only from the 40s most complete sets $140 mnh US $14.00
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 Sweden 106 diff only from the 50s most complete sets $230 MNH US $30.00
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 Sweden 323 diff only from the 60s most complete sets collection US $25.00
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 ADVERTISING COCA COLA GALS WRAPPED IN COKE TOWEL POSTED FROM SWEDEN US $.99
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 LUCY LIU full SOLO magazine OR cover clipping article from Sweden US $15.00
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 KEIRA KNIGHTLEY full AMELIA magazine OR cover clipping article from Sweden US $15.00
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 Sweden 3 postal stationerys exhibition o from 1897 au12 US $70.00
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 Sweden Kugelpost from Juli 1936 Med Kugleposten fz69 US $44.75
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 Sweden Spain rare 2 state cover from Vigo 1911 ft47 US $44.75
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 FANNY HILLFROM SWEDENSOFT CORE PORNSEALED US $23.99
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 230103CR GRETA GARBO RETURNS US FROM SWEDEN MAY 4 1936 NEWSPAPER 5 1936 US $45.00
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 Rare Vintage Blue White Enamel KER Cup from Sweden US $6.00
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 SAHARA HOTNIGHTS CD 2002 JENNIE BOMB GRRRL ROCKERS FROM SWEDEN US $4.00
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 Newspaper Wrapper Cover from UK to Sweden US $.99
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 DRAIN STH CD 1998 HORROR WRESTLING FEMALE HARD METAL ROCKERS FROM SWEDEN US $4.00
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