Let’s start with the basics about Sweden; If you open a world map, you will find Sweden in the northern part of Europe, in the Scandinavian Peninsula, between Norway and Finland. Stockholm is the capital of Sweden, and it is to the southeast of the country. As you can imagine Stockholm is the largest city in Sweden, but there are many places worth visiting throughout the country. Here are some fun facts about Sweden.
If you would like to get to know Stockholm or other towns and villages well, it would be wiser to hire a car to get you here and there because you might get too cold otherwise. Searching for a car on Enjoy Travel guarantees that you will find the best vehicle at the lowest price. Thus, your only worry will be not missing any cool places.
Would you like to know some useful and fun facts before visiting this awesome country? If yes, please keep reading.
Fact 1: Fika
An important part of all Swedes’ everyday life is fika. Fika can be roughly translated as ‘coffee break’. But it is not just that. It is almost obligatory that Swedes pause at some point during their day and they go out for a cup of coffee or tea with friends or colleagues. They drink their beverage while they’re munching on a freshly baked cake. It is extremely important to note that they don’t fika on their own because this break is their chance to socialise and bond with other people. No matter how busy they get, Swedes people take a coffee break, they fika, at least once a day.
Fact 2: Queues
When you enter a shop or an institution, look for a ticket machine. Take a ticket and wait for your number to be called so that you can be served. It is a pretty common phenomenon in most places, so do look for the machine in order to avoid any unexpected confrontations.
Fact 3: Lingonberry Jam
Swedes LOVE lingonberry jam. Lingonberry is a type of red berry. It looks a lot like cranberries, but lingonberries taste sweeter than cranberries do. There is an ample supply of lingonberries in Swedish forests. This jam is a must-have in every household as it is added to almost everything they eat. It can complete a meat-based meal or be added to desserts.
Fact 4: Etiquette
Every country has its own etiquette rules that define what actions count as polite behaviour. When it comes to how Swedes address other people, everyone uses first names even if they’re in a formal setting, like a university class or a doctor appointment. This way they show that the interlocutors are equal without caring about job titles or possible incomes. It should be noted that there are a few exceptions to this rule as if they’re addressing a judge in a courtroom, a member of the government or the royal family, they use the appropriate titles. One more courtesy rule in Sweden is that they take off their shoes before entering another person’s house.
If you know any fun facts about Sweden I’d love you to share them below!
Debz Louise is a plus-size blogger based in Yorkshire. Behind many nationwide campaigns such as #WeaAreTheThey & winner of Best Blogger at the UK Plus Size Awards, she talkas about life as a plus-size 40-something woman in South Yorkshire.
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