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Northern Sweden - The area is perhaps best known for the midnight sun, the Northern Lights (aurora borealis) and the Sami culture. The region is ideal for summer and winter outdoor activities such as walking, camping, fishing, snow-scootering or dog sledding. In addition to the wide expanse of Lapland, northern Sweden also includes several other provinces, each with its own distinctive character.

Central Sweden - The region presents the visitor with historic cities, and an abundance of tradition, nature and adventure. Central Sweden is a dream region for those interested in Swedish culture. Stockholm the Swedish capital, offers a range of attractions and entertainment that gives its larger European counterparts a solid run for their money.

Eastern Sweden - 'land can be reached by bridge from the Hanseatic town of Kalmar. 'land's long, sandy beaches are well known and together with its unique landscape, ensure that everyone can unwind in a classic holiday setting. Even the Swedish royal family enjoy their summers here.

Western Sweden - The friendly maritime city of Gothenburg is a logical starting point from which to explore the region. North of the city lies the coastal province of Bohusl'n. Bohusl'n is famous for its idyllic fishing villages, wonderful seafood and historic stone carvings. Further inland lies V'sterg'tland, home of the marvellous G'ta Canal, crossing Sweden from coast to coast, through two vast lakes, V'nern and V'ttern, and an amazing series of locks. This lovely area is full of relaxing holiday destinations.

Southern Sweden - Southern Sweden is made up of four counties: Sk'ne, Blekinge, Halland and Sm'land. The southernmost county is Sk'ne, famous for its leafy beechwood forests, golf courses, castles and manor houses, and home to Sweden's third largest city, Malm'. Blekinge is a small county, known as the Garden of Sweden and renowned for its quaint fishing villages and beautiful archipelago. Halland is famous for its endless sandy beaches, and Sm'land is the Kingdom of Crystal and home to Pippi Longstocking and other wonderful Astrid Lindgren characters.

Stockholm - With every corner you turn there's something for every taste. We have an abundance of cafe's, restaurants, stores and parks to suit every need and desire. From our grand Opera house where splendid operas are staged to Skansen, our open-air museum and Zoo, where you can visit moose, dolphins, bears and much more, there's never a reason to be bored. Relax in our high standard hotels, in all price ranges, have a picnic in one of our many parks, jump into a canoe and explore our waterways. The possibilities are endless and experiences breathtaking.

Source: - Swedish travel and tourism council

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