Friday, January 21, 2011

Sweden Travel Advice And All The Things One Can Do There

By Julie Simpson


A visit to Sweden which is the largest of the Scandinavian countries is a must if you enjoy old world country punctuated with sophisticated city life and cultural activities. Sweden travel advice would focus mostly on the delightful must see places as well as which months are coldest if this is a concern for one or alternatively if you are looking for beauty and ice skating.

Although most of Sweden is covered by rich green forest, and caressed by sparkling lakes, it is punctuated with bustling clean cities of organized beauty. Stockholm bears testimony to this fact, with its gorgeous waterfront, pristine lake and friendly people. Most of the inhabitants are fluent in English which is a great help to any lonely or lost traveler. So a visit to Stockholm should be on ones top ten to see list

If Renaissance buildings and medieval charm is right up your alley, visit Gamla which is both charming and elegant. You will enjoy not only the charm of that era but also the small winding streets which are safe to walk along even up till midnight in summer day light hours. Their pastel like charm will both charm and uplift you as you carry on about your day.

Another delightful way to travel through Sweden is by cycling, it is cheap, easy to do and also enables one to get a bit of casual exercise. Hiring a bike is easy and affordable, but more than that, you cannot miss one single bit of this charming country.

If it is picnics or walks you are after, most of Sweden pays host to this activity but try Haga Park for its relaxing spa like environment. Fishing and canoeing is also popular in one of the many pristine lakes, so if this is your focus make sure to dress warmly between November and April as these are very cold months. Better for ice skaters and purveyors of beautiful scenery as most of Stockholm is covered in a cool white blanket of snow.

As well as these diverse and enjoyable day time activities, Sweden also offers a rich night life too. So after the day is done wind up or down for more fun as the cities come alive to meet the gathering of party revelers.

Tuck into Sweden's substantial cuisine which consists mostly of Pork, Beef and crayfish, covered in rich gravy. Alongside this the swedes prefer a tangy or sour taste so longoberry jam is used with these dishes. Breads of all shapes and sizes are served, with big helpings of potatoes. This helps to ward off the winter chills and set you up for the day. But you can also order a good Pizza in Sweden too.

No Sweden visit is complete without a visit to the cultural house of the Swedish people. Kulturhuset offers a ray of exhibitions, theaters, cafe life, book stores and other cultural festivities.If you are a culture vulture feast here. In the summer months the metros are often turned to clubbing areas which further delights visitors to this trendy spot.




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