You might never have heard of Eskilstuna. Situated 110 kilometres (68 mi) west of Stockholm the small town made headlines when on 1 August 2019 it became the first municipality of Sweden to make begging a business. Sure, you may ask people in Eskilstuna for their money, but like with selling something, you need the […]
Sweden
Swedes love nature. Here is why.
Did you know that 97 percent of Sweden is uninhabited? That means there is a lot of nature to protect. National parks and nature reserves cover a 10th of the Swedish land surface. One of them is Skuleskogen National Park on the Swedish High Coast, part of the Unesco World Heritage list. A perfect location […]
Keeping Historical Swedish Wings Alive
There are not many countries that can put their entire fighter jet history to its present combat aircraft up in one flying formation. Well, Sweden can. Proud of its own aviation industry led by SAAB, Sweden is able to show its long-time winged technical achievements thanks to a support of the country’s air force, its […]
Spring in Stockholm
Creme and terracotta coloured buildings with wonderful decorations are what you meet when visiting the Old Town. Soldiers in blue and with silver helmets march around the royal palace. Close by one both after the other leaves the quay to head for one of the hundreds of larger islands in the archipelago, being waved goodbye […]
Valborg, the Celebration of Spring
When it comes to Sweden and its parties it is Midsummer that often mesmerizes. Less known is the celebration of the coming of Spring. Simply called Valborg by most Swedes April 30 is a day of bonfires across the country. The student city of Uppsala, close to Stockholm, offers a real treat. A spectacular start […]