Scandinavian Sweden

 By Granger Neil. 2/28/2024 

Where is it? 

Sweden is a country in northern Europe. It is in a part of Europe known as Scandinavia. These are northern countries like Norway, Finland, Denmark, and Iceland. It borders the arctic sea. 

Nature 

Swedish people try their best to protect their beautiful land. Sweden is 65% full of forests and has a large moose population. Sweden also has over 9000 lakes as well as 3000 kilometers (about twice the distance from Florida to New York City) of coastline. Sweden also has 29 national parks. Sweden also recycles 50% of their initial waste. 

Source:52 Interesting Facts About Sweden - The Fact File 

Culture 

Sweden is a very Christian country with 75% being Christian. Swedes also talk softly and calmly and prefer to hear others voices rather than their own. They also try to be as kind, peaceful and relaxed in their environment. Sweden also has a high living standard by trying to decrease unemployment and having a high welfare system. These are part of the reason of why Sweden has a high life expectancy. Sweden is also exceedingly kind and generous country. They are the only country where the company's costs are 1 percent are donations.