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Tuesday, May 4, 2010

THE PEOPLE OF SWEEDEN


The Swedish people belong to the Nordic ethnic group that is native to Sweden, Finland and Estonia. The Swedish people include the Swedish-speaking Finns and the most exclusively Swedish-speaking people of the Aland Islands. Catholic Church and Germany have influenced the Swedish culture. During the 18th century, France impacted the Swedish culture. Presently, the Swedish people have largely adopted the modern Western culture. The Swedish people are honest and hardworking. Corruption is less in their country. A simple meal that is a combination of potatoes, meat and vegetables forms a part of their daily diet. The Swedish people enjoy sailing, ice fishing and swimming. The people of Sweden are deeply rooted to their families and religion. Most of their festivals and holidays revolve around their religion and are about coming together of the family and friends.

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