Sweden
Kingdom of Sweden
People: Swedish
Sweden is Scandinavia's largest country, known for design, innovation and vast forests that cover nearly 70% of its land. Sweden is located in Northern Europe and has a population of around 10.6 million. Its capital city is Stockholm, and the most widely spoken official language is Swedish.
Sweden — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Kingdom of Sweden |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Stockholm |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Northern Europe |
| Population | 10,605,098 |
| Area | 450,295 km² |
| Currency | Swedish krona (SEK) kr |
| Official Language | Swedish |
| Dialling Code | +46 |
| Internet TLD | .se |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | SE / SWE |
| Borders | Finland, Norway |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sweden
What is the capital of Sweden?
The capital of Sweden is Stockholm.
What currency does Sweden use?
Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK, symbol: kr).
What language do they speak in Sweden?
The official language of Sweden is Swedish.
What is the dialling code for Sweden?
The international dialling code for Sweden is +46.
What side of the road does Sweden drive on?
Sweden drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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