In the city of Uppasala, east-central Sweden

 "We do not even see the sun for several months in the north of Sweden."

--Alexander Ahndoril
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(in east-central Sweden) Uppsala, län (county) lies between Mälaren (lake) to the south and the Gulf of Bothnia to the north. The county's low, level surface is drained by the Fyris River. Major iron-ore deposits are found in the region around Dannemora, and there are several ironworks and steelworks. The capital and largest city is Uppsala, the “Cambridge of Sweden,” is a university town located 35 minutes by train from Stockholm. Students from across Sweden (and the rest of the world) swell the term-time population of the city, giving it a youthful, international feel. (About 20 per cent of its residents are students.)

+ It is easy to see why many Swedes choose to live in Uppsala and commute to Stockholm. Historically significant, centuries-old sights stud the townscape and its surroundings. No trip to Uppsala is complete without learning more about former resident Carl Linnaeus, one of the world’s most notable botanists and scientists. His legacy (floral and otherwise) spreads across Sweden and beyond.
The city weaves a tapestry of history and innovation. From Iron Age relics to Viking lore, its past is alive in ancient burial grounds and awe-inspiring architecture. Uppsala is also a vibrant hub of sustainability and life sciences, shaping tomorrow's world. (The capital and largest city is Uppsala.)

+ Uppsala, the “Cambridge of Sweden,” is a vibrant university town located 35 minutes by train from Stockholm. Students from across Sweden – and the rest of the world – swell the term-time population of the city, giving it a youthful, international feel. About 20 per cent of its residents are students.
It’s easy to see why many Swedes choose to live in Uppsala and commute to Stockholm. The city has plenty to offer; historically significant, centuries-old sights stud the townscape and its surroundings.

+ Today, Uppsala is considered a key innovation city in which academia and a distinct business culture unite to create a fertile breeding ground for new ideas. The city is home to many life sciences and tech companies. As for its green credentials, Uppsala was chosen as a European pilot city in the EU’s NetZeroCities initiative running from 2023 to 2025. (As for historic Uppsala, you can travel back in time to the Iron Age and the Viking era). Begin your journey into Uppsala's rich fabric of history at the heart of knowledge and culture, where Uppsala University stands as a beacon of learning since the 15th century. Explore the hallowed halls of Gustavianum, a museum preserving the university's legacy, before delving into the treasures of Carolina Rediviva, the esteemed library housing gems like the 6th-century Silver Bible. From there, continue exploring the historical depths of Old Uppsala and the royal mounds steeped in Scandinavia's abundant heritage.