Svealand facts for kids
Svealand is a large, central part of Sweden. Think of it as one of the main areas that make up the country. It includes six older areas called historical provinces. These provinces are Dalarna, Närke, Södermanland, Uppland, Värmland, and Västmanland. Svealand has been an important region in Sweden for a very long time, playing a big role in the country's history.
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What is Svealand?
Svealand is not a modern administrative area like a county. Instead, it's a historical and geographical region. This means it's a traditional way to group certain parts of Sweden together. For many centuries, Svealand was seen as the heartland of the Swedish kingdom. It's where many important events in Swedish history took place.
The Six Provinces of Svealand
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Svealand is made up of these six historical provinces:
- Dalarna: Known for its beautiful nature, traditional culture, and the famous Dalecarlian horse.
- Närke: A smaller province located in the middle of Sweden, known for its flat landscapes and agriculture.
- Södermanland: This province stretches along the Baltic Sea coast and includes parts of the capital city, Stockholm.
- Uppland: Another coastal province that also includes parts of Stockholm and the historic city of Uppsala.
- Värmland: Located in western Sweden, famous for its forests, lakes, and strong cultural traditions.
- Västmanland: A province with a rich history of mining and industry, located west of Uppland.
Stockholm: A City in Two Provinces
Stockholm, the capital city of Sweden, is quite unique. It is located in two different provinces within Svealand: Uppland and Södermanland. You can even find a special border stone in the street Västerlånggatan in Stockholm's Old Town (Gamla stan). This stone shows exactly where the two provinces meet in the heart of the city. This makes Stockholm a fascinating place where history and geography come together.
History of Svealand
Svealand's name comes from the "Svear," an ancient Germanic tribe who lived in this area. They were very important in forming the early Swedish kingdom. For a long time, Svealand was considered the core territory of Sweden. The other main historical regions were Götaland to the south and Norrland to the north.
Changes Over Time
The exact borders of Svealand have changed a little over the centuries. For example, the province of Värmland was once considered part of Götaland. However, by the 19th century, it became officially counted as part of Svealand. These changes show how the understanding of Sweden's regions has evolved throughout history.
Images for kids
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The historical four divisions of Swedish territory.
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Svealand. Värmland was counted to Götaland until the 19th century, which is indicated on the map by a darker shade.
See also
In Spanish: Svealand para niños
