Scandinavia It is a historical and geographical region found in Northern Europe. The main countries of the Scandinavian peninsula are: Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland and Iceland.
- Denmark
It is located to the south and is formed by the peninsula of Jutland and more than 400 islands, some of which are connected to the mainland by bridges. Most of the region is flat, although there are quite a few hills but not excessively large. The straw mills and huts that you can see throughout the region are very traditional. Remember that the Faroe Islands and Greenland belong to the kingdom of Denmark. Language official: Danish. Capital: Copenhagen.
- Norway
It is the northernmost country in Europe. Norway has an irregular expanse of islands and fjords. The maritime industry supports the economy. Language official: Norwegian. Capital: Oslo.
- Sweden
It offers its visitors numerous lakes. It is the largest of the Scandinavian countries (both in size and number of inhabitants). The brands Volvo, Ikea and Saab are the companies with the most economic strength in the country. Language official: swedish. Capital: Stockholm.
- Iceland
With a surprisingly mild climate, Iceland is the westernmost country in Europe and the second largest island located in the northern Atlantic Ocean. It has a fairly strong economy, a low number of unemployed and its per capita income is among the highest in the world. Language Official: Icelandic. Capital: Reykjavik.
- Finland
It has one of the lowest immigration rates in the world. Language officer: Finnish. Capital: Helsinki.
Where is Scandinavia? (April 2024)
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