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The Swedes enjoy a very rich and celebrated culture. Sweden is a very proud country who has been unfairly stereotyped as a serious, humorless, totally blond and bland eating country. We hope that this section of our website can help put an end to these notions and can help you better understand the people, the language and their customs.




Learn Swedish - Offers links to some of the best online resources.

Customs - Provides a look at some of the most well known Swedish customs and traditions - including etiquette tips and definite don't dos!

Values & Beliefs - What makes them tick? Social policies and beliefs explained

Holidays & Traditions - With a calendar of events, we take a look into the Swedish take on holidays and some insight into dancing around the Maypole.

Food & Drink - Food critics, guides and gourmets of the world wonder what´s happening in Sweden.

Swedish Idioms - The lighter side of Sweden, hilarious translations, and more...

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