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The Kingdom of Sweden (Swedish: Konungariket Sverige listen ) is a Nordic country in Scandinavia, in Northern Europe. It is bordered by Norway on the west, Finland on the northeast, the Skagerrak Strait and the Kattegat Strait on the southwest, and the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Bothnia on the east. Sweden has a low population density in all but its metropolitan areas, with most of the inland consisting of large peaceful forests and mountainous wilderness.
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The flag of Sweden dates back to the 16th century. It is believed to be inspired by the Coat of arms of Sweden, which feature three yellow crowns on a blue background, and modelled on the Danish flag, the Dannebrog. King John III took the form of the current Swedish flag into use in 1569. Prior to this, a similar flag appeared in the Coat of Arms of John's duchy, which is today southwest Finland. Read more...
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Anna Lindh (June 19, 1957–September 11, 2003) was a Swedish Social Democratic politician who served as Swedish Minister for Foreign Affairs from 1998 until her death.
Anna Lindh was married to Bo Holmberg, the Governor of Södermanland, with whom she had two sons, named David and Filip. See main article for more.
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... that the Turning Torso skyscraper, is the tallest in Sweden and second tallest in Europe?
... that one of the richest persons in the world, Ingvar Kamprad, is Swedish?
... that Sweden was a major power in Europe during the 17th century?
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Cities — Communications — Culture — Education — Economy — Environment — Geography — Government — History — Media —People — Science and technology — Society — Subdivisions — Towns
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- Wikiproject - Swedish counties
- Wikiproject - Swedish provinces
- Wikiproject - Swedish Cities
- Wikiproject - Swedish Municipalities
