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How well do you know Sweden?
No flat-pack furniture and no famous pop bands. These six questions reveal Swedish customs, inventions and a surprising scientific twist.
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Did you know?
- The Nobel Prizes were established by Swedish inventor Alfred Nobel.
- Stockholm is built on 14 islands.
- In the far north of Sweden, the sun doesn't set for weeks in midsummer.
Everyday Sweden
Sweden's reputation for design and innovation is well known, but its everyday customs say just as much about the country.
A culture of pausing
Fika isn't just coffee â it's a habit of stopping to talk and relax, which many Swedes see as essential to a good working day.
Nature belongs to everyone
The right of public access reflects a deep connection to nature. Forests, lakes and islands are part of daily life.
Inventions for everyone
Some of Sweden's best-known inventions, like the three-point seatbelt, spread worldwide because they were shared rather than guarded.