Sjöbo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sjöbo
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Central Sjöbo with view over Sjöbo Gästis
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 Sjöbo
Location in Skåne
Sjöbo
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden | |
| Province | Skåne | |
| County | Skåne County | |
| Municipality | Sjöbo Municipality | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.27 km2 (2.03 sq mi) | |
| Population
(31 December 2021)
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| • Total | 19,497 | |
| • Density | 39.64/km2 (102.7/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Sjöbo is a town in Skåne County, Sweden. It is the main town, also called the seat, of Sjöbo Municipality. In 2010, about 6,724 people lived here. By 2021, the population of the whole municipality was 19,497.
Discover Sjöbo
Sjöbo is a lively place in the southern part of Sweden. It is known for its history and unique traditions. The town is a central point for the surrounding area.
How Sjöbo Grew
Sjöbo started to grow a lot in the early 1900s. This happened because it became a stop on the railway. The railway connected Malmö in the west to Simrishamn in the east.
Today, trains do not stop in Sjöbo anymore. However, important roads still cross through the town. One main road goes through central Scania. Another large road crosses Sjöbo from east to west. These roads help people travel easily.
Fun Facts About Sjöbo
Sjöbo holds a special Guinness World Record! It is for making the biggest "spettekaka" ever. A "spettekaka" is a traditional Swedish cake. It is made from flour, sugar, and eggs. The cake is baked slowly on a special rotating spit. It looks a bit like a tall, pointy tower.
Local Elections in Sjöbo
In Sweden, people vote for their local leaders. These elections help decide how towns are run. In Sjöbo, a political party called the Sweden Democrats has received strong support.
For example, in the 2010 national election, this party received 16% of the votes in Sjöbo. This was the highest percentage in any municipality that year. Their support grew even more in later elections. In 2014, they received 30% of the votes. By 2018, it was 40%, and in 2022, it reached 43%.
