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The Sweden Flag is one of the national symbols of Sweden . The flag of Sweden was officially adopted on June 22, 1906, but the design of this flag is hundreds of years old and probably dates from 1521. The background of the flag of Sweden is blue in color and has a yellow Scandinavian cross that expands to the edges of the flag. This off-centered yellow Scandinavian cross is taken from the Danish flag. The design and blue, yellow colors of the flag of Sweden have been inspired by the present national Coat of arms of Sweden of 1442.

Official Name: Konungariket Sverige

Capital: Stockholm

Location: In the eastern part of the Scandinavian Peninsula Sweden is bordered by the North sea and Baltic Seas with land frontiers with Norway and Finland. The coastal waters are studded with islands islets and rocks. The largest islands are Gotland and Oland.

Area: 449, 964 Sq. km

Official Language: Swedish

National Flag: Blue with a yellow Scandinavian cross.

Flag Ratio: 5:8

National Anthem: Du Gamla du Fria Thou ancient thou freeborn (1880)