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Vagnhärad is a locality in the province of Södermanland, Sweden. It is part of Trosa Municipality and is situated in Södermanland County. The locality is positioned a few kilometers inland from the coast of the Baltic Sea, where the municipality’s main town, Trosa, is located. With a population of approximately 3,400 residents, Vagnhärad serves as…
Götlunda is a locality in Arboga Municipality, located in Västmanland County, Sweden. While it is administratively part of Västmanland, the locality lies within the boundaries of the historical province of Närke. Götlunda is the former church village of Götlunda Parish. With a population of approximately 260 residents, it is a small rural community. The surrounding…
Skärholmen is a district in the southwestern part of Stockholm, Sweden. It is part of the larger Skärholmen borough within Stockholm Municipality. This area is characterized by a combination of residential zones and significant commercial activity. While the district of Skärholmen itself has a population of approximately 8,600 residents, the broader borough is home to…
Gislaved is a locality in the southwestern part of the Småland province in Sweden. It serves as the administrative center of Gislaved Municipality. The town is situated along the Nissan River. Historically, Gislaved is linked to its industrial heritage, particularly the rubber industry. With a population of approximately 11,000 residents, it is the largest urban…
Hallamölla is a natural and cultural heritage site located in the Österlen region of Skåne County, Sweden. The site is situated on the Verkeån river and lies within the Verkeån Nature Reserve. The name “Hallamölla” likely translates to “mill by the flat rocks,” referring to its two main features: Skåne’s highest waterfall and a historic…
Lomma is a locality in southwestern Sweden. It is the seat of Lomma Municipality, located in Skåne County. The town sits directly on the coast of the Öresund, the strait between Sweden and Denmark, just north of Malmö. With a population of approximately 13,800 residents, Lomma is a significant residential area within the greater Malmö…
Söderby-Karl is a locality and parish in Norrtälje Municipality, located in the Roslagen region of Uppland, Sweden. The locality is situated in the historical Sjuhundra härad (hundred). According to 2020 data, the defined urban area of Söderby-Karl has a population of approximately 220 residents. Its geography is characterized by a blend of forests, open farmland,…
Väddö Church is a historic church located on Väddö island in the Roslagen region of Uppland. The island is part of Norrtälje Municipality and the Stockholm archipelago. The island itself has a permanent population of around 3,000 residents, which increases significantly in the summer. Its geography is characterized by its long, narrow shape. It is…
Råsunda is a district in the municipality of Solna, located just northwest of central Stockholm. The district is characterized by its urban density and well-preserved early 20th-century architecture. It is positioned near the green space surrounding Råstasjön lake and the modern Arenastaden development. As part of the larger Solna Municipality, which has a population of…
Husby-Sjuhundra is a locality and parish in Norrtälje Municipality, located in the historic Sjuhundra härad (hundred) of Uppland, Sweden. The current locality is formed by the small villages of Husby and Syninge. According to 2020 data, the defined urban area of Husby has a population of 305 residents. The area’s geography is characterized by a…
Sundbyberg is a district in the Stockholm urban area. It is the core of Sundbyberg Municipality, located northwest of central Stockholm and directly bordering the city proper. With a population of over 54,000 as of 2023, it is often cited as Sweden’s most densely populated municipality. The district features a blend of residential areas, commercial…
Ortala is a locality in Norrtälje Municipality, located in the Roslagen region of Uppland, Sweden. It is situated near the Baltic Sea coast and the Stockholm archipelago. As a small rural area, Ortala itself has no distinct population figure and is part of the Väddö parish. The locality’s identity is defined by its historic ironworks,…