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Gamla Stan, Stockholm, Sweden - Photo by jimg944 - CC-BY

Population mid-2000............................................8,873,000
GNP per capita 1997 (Atlas method, US$).........26,210
GNP 1997 (Atlas method, US$ billions)................ 231.9
Unemployment.....................................................................6.3%
Average annual growth 1991-97
Population (%) ....... .4
Labor force (%) ........4

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Örebro castle in Sweden - Photo by sk12 - CC-BY

Total Area...................................................................173,800 sq. mi.
Poverty (% of population below national poverty line)...... 26
Urban population (% of total population) ...............................83
Life expectancy at birth (years)..................................................... 79
Infant mortality (per 1,000 live births)........................................ 4
Child malnutrition (% of children under 5) ............................... 0
Access to safe water (% of population) .................................. 100
Illiteracy (% of population age 15+) ............................................. 0

A Bit of Swedish (and scandinavic) history __ A series of click-to-read articles about various eras of Sweden's history from the Stone Age to the Greater Power Period. - From Lulea University - http://www.luth.se/luth/present/sweden/history/

Background Note: Sweden __ A full national profile with history, culture, economy, maps and more. - illustrated - From U.S. State Department - http://www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/2880.htm

Colleges and Universities - Sweden __ List of Swedish schools with direct links to each. - From Christina DeMello - http://www.mit.edu:8001/people/cdemello/se.html

Country Profile: Sweden __ "Sweden, which has been described as the European capital of the Internet, has not escaped the problems faced by the high-tech sector around the world in the new millennium. Nevertheless its position as one of the most highly developed post-industrial societies looks fundamentally secure." History culture, statistics and more. - illustrated - From BBC - http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/country_profiles/1021823.stm

Doing Business in Sweden __ "This page provides a snapshot of each country’s aggregate ranking on the ease of doing business and on each of the ten topics that comprise the overall ranking. Data is also provided for each country for all the 10 topics covered in the database." Starting a business, dealing with licenses, employing workers, getting credit, paying taxes and much more. - From doingbusiness.org/The World Bank Group - http://www.doingbusiness.org/ExploreEconomies/?economyid=181

Economy of Sweden __ "Sweden is an industrialized country. Agriculture, once accounting for nearly all of Sweden's economy, now employs less than 3% of the labor force." An encyclopedic article. - From wikipedia - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economy_of_Sweden

Geological Survey of Sweden __ "The Geological Survey of Sweden, SGU, is a national authority responsible for questions relating to Sweden’s geological character and handling of minerals." You will find reports and an overview of the survey purpose. - From Government of Sweden - http://www.sgu.se/index_e.htm

Introduction: Sweden, Basic Facts __ This page is jam-packed with information in the form of click-to-read articles. You will find material about the economy, population, history, culture, school system and numerous other topics. A good resource. - From Antti Lahelma and Johan Olofsson - http://www.lysator.liu.se/nordic/scn/faq71.html

Maps Of Sweden __ You will find a wide variety of map resources. Select from MapQuest, Merriam-Webster, Perry-Castañeda Library Map Collection and others. - From embassyworld.com - http://www.embassyworld.com/maps/Maps_Of_Sweden.html

National Atlas of Sweden __ "The National Atlas of Sweden provides a total geographical description of Sweden, ranging from population and industry to environmental questions, nature and culture." You will find over 200 maps and other information. - illustrated - From National Atlas of Sweden - http://www.sna.se/e_index.html

pictures of Sweden at picturesofplaces.com - sweden pictures ... __ "Sweden pictures including Stockholm, Malmo, Norrbotten, Lapland, Drottningholm Palace, Kalmar Castle, Abisko National Park, and more!" - illustrated - From picturesofplaces.com - http://www.picturesofplaces.com/Europe/sweden.html

Primary Documents: Sweden __ A source for historic documents related to Swedish history beginning in 1387 through present - From BYU - http://library.byu.edu/~rdh/eurodocs/sweden.html

Statistics Sweden __ Official government statistics about many aspects of Swedish life. You will find an online search feature, special topics and access to other statistical sources. "Statistics Sweden is a central government authority for official statistics and other government statistics and in this capacity also has the responsibility for coordinating and supporting the Swedish system for official statistics." - From Government of Sweden - http://www.scb.se/default____2154.asp

Sweden __ "The country that brought you IKEA, Greta Garbo and Absolut Vodka can almost be forgiven for letting the smorgasbord, the Volvo (driver) and all those zinc-creamed tennis fans out (but not Roxette, no, never Roxette). Since the devaluation of the Swedish crown, Sweden has become quite affordable; at any rate, the simple joys of fresh air, landscape and culture are among the least extravagant and most rewarding of pleasures available to visitors. Stockholm, the country's capital, is a progressive city, though there are pockets which have a village feel (if you don't focus too much on the sleek, ubiquitous IKEA chairs). Once you get out of town, Sweden's starkly beautiful forests and giant lakes lend themselves perfectly to outdoor activities from iceskating to moose-spotting." History, culture, statistics and more. - illustrated - From Lonely Planet - http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/europe/sweden/

Sweden __ A guide to law, constitution/s, legal history, international agreements and more. - From Law Library of Congress - http://www.loc.gov/law/guide/sweden.html

Sweden Economy - Flags, Maps, Economy, Geography, Climate, Natural ... __ "Sweden Economy - Flags, Maps, Economy, Geography, Climate, Natural Resources, Current Issues, International Agreements, Population, Social Statistics, ..." that and more. - illustrated - From photius.com - http://www.photius.com/wfb1999/sweden/sweden_economy.html

Sweden - geography Flag, Map, Economy ... __ "Sweden Interactive Factbook: GEOGRAPHY, Flag, Map,Geography, People, Government, Economy, Transportation, Communications." - illustrated - From theodora.com - http://www.theodora.com/wfb/sweden_geography.html

Sweden: Geography, Maps and Information __ You will find a collection of resources including geography, maps and links to related articles. - From about.com - http://geography.about.com/library/maps/blsweden.htm

sweden map and map of sweden information page __ An atlas style page chock-full of various maps of Sweden, statistics, and general information. - illustrated - From worldatlas.com - http://worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/europe/se.htm

Sweden Photos, Flag, Map and Travel Information __ You will find several galleries of pictures of Sweden as well as an 'atlas' style summary with maps of Sweden and more. - illustrated - From pbase.com - http://www.pbase.com/world/sweden

Sweden Video Clips __ You will find video clips related to the country. 'Caution' only a portion of the video clips have been reviewed by archaeolink.com. There may be material in others some would find objectionable. - From searchforvideo.com - http://www.searchforvideo.com/countries/sweden/

The Swedish Government __ Official website for the Swedish Government. You can learn about the system of government, find access to government officials, follow legislation, find a list of ministries and more. - illustrated - From Government of Sweden - http://www.sweden.gov.se/

The Swedish Travel and Tourism Council __ Planning a vacation to Sweden? You will find everything here you need to know. - illustrated - From Swedish Travel and Tourism Council - http://www.visitsweden.com