Norrbotten County facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Norrbotten
Norrbottens län
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| Country | Sweden | ||||
| Formed | 1810 | ||||
| Capital | Luleå | ||||
| Area | |||||
| • Total | 98,244.8 km2 (37,932.5 sq mi) | ||||
| Population
(March 31 2011)
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| • Total | 248,421 | ||||
| • Density | 2.528592/km2 (6.549023/sq mi) | ||||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||||
| ISO 3166 code | SE-BD | ||||
| GDP/ Nominal | SEK 59,875 million (2004) | ||||
| GDP per capita | SEK 236,000 | ||||
| NUTS Region | SE332 | ||||
Norrbotten County (which is Norrbottens län in Swedish) is a large area in northern Sweden. It is one of the many counties that make up the country. The main city and capital of Norrbotten County is Luleå. This county was officially created in the year 1810.
Norrbotten County is known for its vast natural beauty. It has wide open spaces, forests, and many lakes. It is also home to parts of Swedish Lapland, a region famous for its unique culture and stunning landscapes.
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Understanding Norrbotten's Geography
Norrbotten County is the northernmost county in Sweden. It is also the largest county by land area. The county covers about one-quarter of Sweden's total land. This makes it a very important part of the country.
Norrbotten's Location and Neighbors
Norrbotten County shares borders with several other places. To the west, it borders Norway. To the northeast, it borders Finland. Inside Sweden, it borders Västerbotten County to the south. The Baltic Sea is to its southeast.
The Climate of Norrbotten
Because Norrbotten is so far north, it has a subarctic climate. This means winters are long, cold, and snowy. Summers are usually short and cool. In the northern parts, you can experience the midnight sun in summer. This is when the sun stays visible for 24 hours. In winter, you can see the polar night, where the sun does not rise for a period.
Exploring Norrbotten's Municipalities
Norrbotten County is divided into several smaller areas called municipalities. These municipalities help manage local services. They are grouped into two main regions: Norrbotten and Swedish Lapland.
Municipalities in the Norrbotten Region
These municipalities are generally located in the eastern and southern parts of the county. They are often closer to the coast or major rivers.
Municipalities in Swedish Lapland
These municipalities are found in the western and northern parts of the county. This area is known for its mountains and vast wilderness.
Images for kids
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Stora Sjöfallet national park in western Norrbotten County.
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Norbotnia para niños
