SWEDEN

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Food

SEMLA

Pastry with wheat bun, flavored with cardamom. The top is cut off, and filled with almond paste and whipped cream.

RAKMACKA

Shrimp sandwich known as an ideal snack between meals

CHEESECAKE

Sweet but very plain cake served lukewarm with whipped cream and jam.

Geography


In the northwest there are mountains and lakes. To the south and east there are forests, valleys, and plains.

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Celebrations

Midsummer

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Midsummer takes place in June and is a celebration of the summer solstice, the longest day of the year.

The National Day of Sweden

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June 6 is National Day of Sweden. t's the day that Swedes celebrate their nationality. This is also when new Swedish citizens receive their certificate of citizenship and are welcomed by the king.

Government Figures

Ulf Krissterson

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Prime Minister of Sweden.

King Carl XVI Gustaf

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Ceremonial duties without political affinity or formal powers.

Queen Silvia

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Similar to the King, the Queen's role is largely symbolic.