Swedish Lapland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Swedish Lappland
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| Country | Sweden | |
| Land | Norrland | |
| Counties | Västerbotten County Norrbotten County Jämtland County |
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| Area | ||
| • Total | 109,702 km2 (42,356 sq mi) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 94,350 | |
| • Density | 0.86006/km2 (2.22754/sq mi) | |
| Ethnicity | ||
| • Language | Swedish, Saami | |
| Culture | ||
| • Flower | Mountain avens | |
| • Animal | Arctic fox | |
| • Bird | Bluethroat | |
| • Fish | Salvelinus | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Swedish Lapland (in Swedish: Svenska Lappland) is a large historical region in northern Sweden. It is known for its amazing nature and unique culture. This area is part of a bigger region called Lapland, which stretches across several countries in northern Europe.
In 1809, the eastern part of Lapland became part of Finland. This is why we now have "Swedish Lapland" and "Finnish Lapland."
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Geography and Nature
Swedish Lapland is a huge area, covering about a quarter of Sweden's total land. It has vast forests, high mountains, and many rivers and lakes. The landscape is mostly wild and untouched.
Mountains and Rivers
The region is home to some of Sweden's highest mountains. One famous landmark is Lapporten, a mountain pass that looks like a giant gate. Many rivers flow through Lapland, creating beautiful valleys and providing homes for different kinds of fish.
The Midnight Sun and Northern Lights
Because Swedish Lapland is so far north, it experiences special natural phenomena. In summer, the sun never fully sets for several weeks. This is called the Midnight Sun. In winter, the opposite happens, with long periods of darkness. This darkness makes it a perfect place to see the Northern Lights, which are colorful dancing lights in the sky.
Amazing Animals
Swedish Lapland is home to many unique animals that are adapted to the cold climate.
The Arctic Fox
The Arctic fox is a small fox that lives in the cold, northern parts of the world. It has thick fur that changes color with the seasons. This helps it blend in with the snow in winter and the rocks in summer.
The Bluethroat
The Bluethroat is a beautiful small bird. Male bluethroats have a bright blue patch on their throat, which makes them easy to spot. They often sing lovely songs during the breeding season.
Salvelinus Fish
Salvelinus is a type of fish that includes several species, like Arctic char. These fish are well-suited to the cold, clear waters of Lapland's lakes and rivers. They are an important part of the local ecosystem.
Cool Plants
The plants in Swedish Lapland are also special, as they must survive harsh winters.
Mountain Avens
The Mountain avens is a beautiful white flower. It is the official flower of Lapland. This tough plant can grow in rocky, cold places, even high up in the mountains. It often forms large carpets of white flowers in the summer.
People and Culture
The region is home to the Sami people, who are the indigenous people of Lapland. They have lived here for thousands of years.
Sami Culture and Language
The Sami have a rich culture, known for their traditional clothing, music (called joik), and reindeer herding. They have their own language, called Saami, which is different from Swedish. Many Sami people still speak their language and follow their traditions today.
Images for kids
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The Lapporten mountain pass in winter.
See also
In Spanish: Laponia sueca para niños
