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Uppsala

Uppsala län
County of Sweden
Flag of Uppsala
Flag
Coat of arms of Uppsala
Coat of arms
 Official logo of Uppsala
 
Country Sweden
Formed 1634
Capital Uppsala
Area
 • Total 8,207.2 km2 (3,168.8 sq mi)
Population
 (March 31 2011)
 • Total 336,533
 • Density 41.00461/km2 (106.2014/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
ISO 3166 code SE-C
GDP/ Nominal SEK 69,631 million
GDP per capita SEK 234,000
NUTS Region SE121

Uppsala County (called Uppsala län in Swedish) is a special area in central Sweden. It's like a big region or state. The main city and capital of Uppsala County is Uppsala. This county was officially created a long time ago, in the year 1634.

What is Uppsala County?

Uppsala County is one of the 21 counties that make up Sweden. Think of it like a province or a large administrative area. Each county has its own local government. The county helps manage things like healthcare, transportation, and regional development.

Where is Uppsala County located?

Uppsala County is found in the middle part of Sweden. It's located north of the capital city, Stockholm. Its position makes it an important area for both history and modern life in Sweden.

When was Uppsala County formed?

Uppsala County has a long history. It was officially established in 1634. This means it has been an important part of Sweden for hundreds of years. Over time, its borders have changed a little. For example, the municipality of Heby joined Uppsala County in 2007.

Exploring Uppsala County's Municipalities

Uppsala County is divided into smaller areas called municipalities. Each municipality has its own local government. These local governments take care of things like schools, parks, and local services for the people living there.

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Map showing the municipalities of Uppsala County

Which municipalities are in Uppsala County?

There are several municipalities that make up Uppsala County. Each one has its own unique features and communities. Here are the main ones:

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Provincia de Upsala para niños

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