Säve facts for kids
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Säve
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 Säve
Location in Västra Götaland
Säve
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Bohuslän |
| County | Västra Götaland County |
| Municipality | Göteborg Municipality |
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| • Total | 0.47 km2 (0.18 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 743 |
| • Density | 1,597/km2 (4,140/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Säve is a small community, also known as a "locality," located in Sweden. In 2010, about 743 people lived there. It is part of the larger Göteborg Municipality in Västra Götaland County.
What is Säve?
Säve is a specific type of place in Sweden. It is called a "locality" because it is a built-up area with a certain number of people living close together. It is not a city or a town, but a smaller community.
Where is Säve Located?
Säve is found in the western part of Sweden. It is part of Göteborg Municipality, which is a local government area. This municipality is located within Västra Götaland County. A county is a larger region in Sweden. Säve is also in the historical province of Bohuslän.
Why is it Called Säve?
The name Säve has an interesting history. It comes from an old Swedish word, "sjöe." This word meant "lake" in Old Swedish. In modern Swedish, the word for lake is "sjö." So, the name Säve likely refers to a lake or a place near a lake.
