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Sweden is the largest and most populous of the Nordic countries and has a roughly 1,000-year-long continuous history as a sovereign state.

It rose from backwardness and poverty into a highly developed post-industrial society, with a standard of living and life expectancy that rank among the highest in the world.

So let's take a closer look at how this constitutional monarchy looks today.

We at Bored Panda put together a list of photos that paint a pretty accurate picture of Sweden's land, people, and culture, so continue scrolling to check out just how unique it is. Just beware, you can also end up opening a new browser tab and buying some plane tickets...

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A Pharmacy I Stumbled Across In Stockholm. It Has Been A Pharmacy Since The 1800s And Maintained The Original Decor

A Pharmacy I Stumbled Across In Stockholm. It Has Been A Pharmacy Since The 1800s And Maintained The Original Decor

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    What Is This, A Record Store For Mice? Well Yes It Is And Someone Built It Yesterday In The Swedish Town Of Lund

    What Is This, A Record Store For Mice? Well Yes It Is And Someone Built It Yesterday In The Swedish Town Of Lund

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    Roughly the same size as California, Sweden is usually divided into three regions: to the north is Norrland, the vast mountain and forest region; in central Sweden is Svealand, an expanse of lowland in the east and highland in the west; and in the south is Götaland, which includes the Småland highlands and, at the southern extremity, the small but rich plains of Skåne.

    The Swedish coastline is mostly rocky, with hundreds of small, sometimes wooded islands. Ground by glacial ice in the same direction, they share a common rounded shape. This type of coast, known as skärgård, is found in both the east and the west, especially around Stockholm and Gothenburg.

    #4

    In Sweden, We Get A Text Message When Our Blood Has Helped A Patient. This Is My 3rd Time Donating

    In Sweden, We Get A Text Message When Our Blood Has Helped A Patient. This Is My 3rd Time Donating

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    #5

    Stockholm Underground Stations Look Like Mystic Caves

    Stockholm Underground Stations Look Like Mystic Caves

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    About 15 percent of the country lies within the Arctic Circle, so from about late May until mid-July, sunlight lasts around the clock north of the Arctic Circle, but, even as far south as Stockholm, the nights during this period have only a few hours of semidarkness.

    In mid-December, on the other hand, Stockholm experiences only about 5.5 hours of daylight, and areas in the far north remain in nearly 20 hours of total darkness, relieved by a mere 4 hours of twilight.

    #8

    This "No Cars Allowed" Sign In Sweden

    This "No Cars Allowed" Sign In Sweden

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    #9

    Nappies In Sweden Have A Father On The Packaging

    Nappies In Sweden Have A Father On The Packaging

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    The north-to-south extension of the country and the higher elevation of the northern part creates regional differences in winter climate.

    The northern interior receives heavy snowfall for up to eight months of the year and has severe temperatures that drop as low as −22 to −40 °F (−30 to −40 °C).

    The average January temperature in Haparanda, for example, at the head of the Gulf of Bothnia is 10 °F (−12 °C). Sea ice covers the Gulf of Bothnia from November to May. But in southern Sweden, snowfall is irregular and the average January temperatures range between 23 and 32 °F (−5 and 0 °C). Coastal waters seldom freeze.

    Summer temperatures in the country vary far less, although summer is much shorter in the north.

    #10

    Rare Phenomenon Called Nacreous Clouds. They Are Formed High Up In The Atmosphere, At An Altitude Of 30 Kilometers. The Picture Is Taken In Jamtland, Sweden

    Rare Phenomenon Called Nacreous Clouds. They Are Formed High Up In The Atmosphere, At An Altitude Of 30 Kilometers. The Picture Is Taken In Jamtland, Sweden

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    #11

    Shopping Carts In Sweden Have A Map Of The Supermarket

    Shopping Carts In Sweden Have A Map Of The Supermarket

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    #12

    A Stand For Bikers To Hold On To While Waiting For The Traffic Lights In Sweden

    A Stand For Bikers To Hold On To While Waiting For The Traffic Lights In Sweden

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    #13

    In Sweden They Sell Chocolate Next To Pads

    In Sweden They Sell Chocolate Next To Pads

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    Although different groups of immigrants have influenced Swedish culture through the centuries, the population has been quite homogeneous, both ethnically and religiously.

    It's only since World War II that notable change has occurred. From 1970 to the early 1990s, net immigration accounted for about three-fourths of the country's population growth, and by far, most of the outsiders came from the neighboring Nordic countries, with which Sweden shares a common labor market.

    #14

    This Is A "Wall Of Kindness" In Stockholm, Sweden. Where People Can Leave Clothes, And Take Clothes If They Need Them, During The Cold Months Of Winter

    This Is A "Wall Of Kindness" In Stockholm, Sweden. Where People Can Leave Clothes, And Take Clothes If They Need Them, During The Cold Months Of Winter

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    censorshipsucks
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am surprised by the english title. Anyway, the swedish reads: "take one jacket if you need (behoove) - give one jacket if you have over". If you only speak english, try learn swedish, it's very similar.

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    #15

    Some Mice Have Opened A Miniature Shop (70 X 30 Cm) In Malmö, Sweden

    Some Mice Have Opened A Miniature Shop (70 X 30 Cm) In Malmö, Sweden

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    Bored Seb
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Noix de vie : Nuts of life. But sounds really close to "choix de vie" : life's choices

    censorshipsucks
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm fascinated by the multi-language signs... german, english and swedish

    Sian Edwards
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm going to be in Malmö in a few weeks, really should try and find this!

    Loki’s Lil Butter Knife
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The artist collective is Anonymouse and they have an Instagram with all of their latest works: https://www.instagram.com/anonymouse_mmx/?hl=en

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    rehabisforquitters
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do rats and mice have some sort of popular standing in Sweden? You'd never see that here.

    Joann Martinez
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love it even the mice get their own little world. And with such realistic details!

    Markus Weiler
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that and it reminded me on the cool song "The Werewhore" by "NoGoTell", Philadelphia https://nogotell.bandcamp.com/track/the-werewhore-8

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    #16

    Sweden Has The Largest Scale Model Of The Solar System In The World Stretching 950km Across The Country

    Sweden Has The Largest Scale Model Of The Solar System In The World Stretching 950km Across The Country

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    #17

    The Speed Camera Lottery In Stockholm, Sweden. Drive At Or Under The Speed Limit And You'll Be Entered Into A Lottery. The Prize Fund Comes From The Fines That Speeders Pay

    The Speed Camera Lottery In Stockholm, Sweden. Drive At Or Under The Speed Limit And You'll Be Entered Into A Lottery. The Prize Fund Comes From The Fines That Speeders Pay

    Average speed reduced from 32 km/h to 25 km/h (a reduction of 22%).

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    In the 1980s, Sweden began to receive an increasing number of asylum seekers from Asia and Africa, including countries such as Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Turkey, Eritrea, and Somalia, as well as from Latin America that were suffering under repressive governments.

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    Then, from 2010 to 2014, the number of people seeking asylum in Sweden expanded dramatically, reaching more than 80,000 in 2014, and that number doubled to more than 160,000 in 2015. Thus, by 2016, one in six Swedish residents had been born outside the country, and Sweden, experiencing the mass influx of migrants, enacted new and more stringent immigration restrictions.

    #18

    Øresund Bridge Tunnel, Connecting Sweden To Denmark

    Øresund Bridge Tunnel, Connecting Sweden To Denmark

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    Dorte Høgh
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Denmark, the other side of the bridge/tunnel. We call people from Sweden and Norway, our brothers❤

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    #19

    Venue In Sweden Called Dalhalla. Made From An Old Quarry

    Venue In Sweden Called Dalhalla. Made From An Old Quarry

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    DennyS (denzoren)
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well that's a positive spin on a large manmade hole in the ground. Lol

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    #20

    Twinkies And Pop-Tarts In Swedish "Disgusting Food Museum"

    Twinkies And Pop-Tarts In Swedish "Disgusting Food Museum"

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    Birdy
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I assume it has never been replaced and is still as 'fresh' as it was when it was first displayed - yeeks!

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    #21

    In Sweden Trees Can Send Texts When They Need Water Using An Implanted Moisture Sensor

    In Sweden Trees Can Send Texts When They Need Water Using An Implanted Moisture Sensor

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    Whether we're talking about IKEA or even H&M, Swedish design is one of the country's main exports and has permeated the world consciousness in the last century.

    It is known for its emphasis on sustainability and functionality; Swedes like things to look good, but they also like to keep it simple.

    But if you're visiting Sweden and want to bring back a little local design with you, look out for more unique finds from local artists, interior designers, and smaller fashion labels. In Stockholm, you can visit the Design District located in the trendy Södermalm neighborhood.

    #22

    “Vapenkassuns” Are Armories Scattered Across Sweden In The Event That The USSR Would Ever Attack

    “Vapenkassuns” Are Armories Scattered Across Sweden In The Event That The USSR Would Ever Attack

    Civil commanders would open the caches and grab weapons, armor, supplies, etc to enact “total defense” and protect Sweden.

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    #24

    This Is A Solitary Confinement Cell From The Toughest Prison In Sweden

    This Is A Solitary Confinement Cell From The Toughest Prison In Sweden

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    Anna Nowak
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah but it works. Scandinavian countries have lowest recidivism rate in Europe (if not in the World). Yet we still believe that prison life should be as gard and traumatising as possible, while it is proven that once you go to prison you can never get your life fully on track.

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    #25

    A Complaints Drop-Off Box For The City Of Gothenburg, Sweden

    A Complaints Drop-Off Box For The City Of Gothenburg, Sweden

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    However, if you do not have the opportunity to go to Sweden, there is a way you can enjoy it at home. Well, kinda.

    Swedish-produced or Swedish-written songs (including top British and American hits) have been entering the charts across the world for years.

    Ever since their win at the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest, ABBA has paved the way for more Swedish acts, including Roxette, Robyn, Lykke Li, Avicii, and more.

    So if you want to experience something Nordic, you can start with their work!

    #26

    Here's A Picture Of What Swedish Fika Looks Like. Fika Is A Concept In Swedish Culture That Means "To Have Coffee, Cake, And Chit-Chat"

    Here's A Picture Of What Swedish Fika Looks Like. Fika Is A Concept In Swedish Culture That Means "To Have Coffee, Cake, And Chit-Chat"

    It's a big part of the culture and most companies have two daily Fika breaks at 9 am and 3 pm.

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    Francis
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kaffeeklatsch in german (coffee talk in englisch, klönschnack in the north of germany) :D

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    #27

    Spotted In Sweden

    Spotted In Sweden

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    Mistiekim
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What material are these made of? I’d plant some around my city if possible.

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    #28

    3,500-Year-Old Petroglyphs Found In Tanum, Sweden. Some Of The Carvings Are Boats, Animals, People And Mythological Creatures

    3,500-Year-Old Petroglyphs Found In Tanum, Sweden. Some Of The Carvings Are Boats, Animals, People And Mythological Creatures

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    #29

    Mchive, Sweden: The World's Smallest McDonald's Aims To Save Bees

    Mchive, Sweden: The World's Smallest McDonald's Aims To Save Bees

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    #30

    Trainy Mctrainface, Christened Today In Gothenburg, Sweden

    Trainy Mctrainface, Christened Today In Gothenburg, Sweden

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    #31

    A Beautiful Afternoon Above The Swedish West Coast. Gullholmen, Sweden

    A Beautiful Afternoon Above The Swedish West Coast. Gullholmen, Sweden

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    #32

    The Air Vents On A Subway In Stockholm Have A Hidden Pacman Easter Egg

    The Air Vents On A Subway In Stockholm Have A Hidden Pacman Easter Egg

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    #33

    The Only Taxidermied Blue Whale In The World Located In Gothenburg, Sweden

    The Only Taxidermied Blue Whale In The World Located In Gothenburg, Sweden

    A couple got caught “making love” inside the creature, so now they open the mouth only on special occasions.

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    DennyS (denzoren)
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I guess that was a "special occasion" too. Lol....also why would you of all places.

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    #34

    The Guardians

    The Guardians

    At a campsite in Näsåker, Sweden, these figures can be seen sitting around a fire (at night a lamp with an orange glow can be seen in the campfire).
    They are called "Väktarna" which means "The Guardians".

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    #35

    Järnpojke, A Little Boy Looking At The Moon, The Smallest Public Monument In Stockholm At 15 Centemeters (5.9 Inches). Created By Liss Eriksson

    Järnpojke, A Little Boy Looking At The Moon, The Smallest Public Monument In Stockholm At 15 Centemeters (5.9 Inches). Created By Liss Eriksson

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    #36

    Coolest Hotel Ever. Report From An Ice Hotel, Which Turns Out To Be Less Boring Than I Expected

    Coolest Hotel Ever. Report From An Ice Hotel, Which Turns Out To Be Less Boring Than I Expected

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    Auntriarch
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bloody love this place, I've been 3 times, and have every intention of going again

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    #37

    This McDonalds In Sweden Has A "McSki", Instead Of A Drive Thru. In Fact, It’s The Only One

    This McDonalds In Sweden Has A "McSki", Instead Of A Drive Thru. In Fact, It’s The Only One

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    Courtney i
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Half Moon Bay in California there used to be a fast food place (Taco Bell I think) with only a walk-through (no drive thru) for surfers.

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    #38

    Santa Has A Reserved Parking Spot At This IKEA In Sweden

    Santa Has A Reserved Parking Spot At This IKEA In Sweden

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    #39

    Bus Stop In Sweden. Talk About Personal Space

    Bus Stop In Sweden. Talk About Personal Space

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    Aryaan Kasi
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah well . They aren't really that into strangers. They mind their own business which makes it one of the places i want to move to

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    #41

    Treehotel - Unique Treerooms With Contemporary Design In The Nature In Harads, Near The Lule River, Sweden

    Treehotel - Unique Treerooms With Contemporary Design In The Nature In Harads, Near The Lule River, Sweden

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    #42

    Hanging In A Pizzeria In Stockholm, Sweden

    Hanging In A Pizzeria In Stockholm, Sweden

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    #43

    In Sweden, If You Work For The State For 30 Years You Receive A Gold Medal

    In Sweden, If You Work For The State For 30 Years You Receive A Gold Medal

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    Mimi La Souris
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    real gold ? because in France, we also have one for 20, 30, 35 and 40 years of work, but it is certainly not gold :D

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    #44

    University Of Uppsala's Anatomical Theatre Where Bodies Were Dissected In Front Of An Audience (Built In 1663, Sweden)

    University Of Uppsala's Anatomical Theatre Where Bodies Were Dissected In Front Of An Audience (Built In 1663, Sweden)

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    #45

    Sweden Has Started Selling Portable Ashtrays That Completely Seal And Don’t Smell At Local Gas Stations To Minimize Littering

    Sweden Has Started Selling Portable Ashtrays That Completely Seal And Don’t Smell At Local Gas Stations To Minimize Littering

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    #46

    In Sweden We Celebrate Something We Call Midsommar On Friday 19th (Midsummer)

    In Sweden We Celebrate Something We Call Midsommar On Friday 19th (Midsummer)

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is actually a public holiday, which appears to be the nearest Friday to the solstice, rather than actually being Midsummer's Day.

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    #48

    Valborg In Stockholm. Large Bonfires Are Lit Across The Country As Symbols Of The Passing Of Winter And The Approach To Spring

    Valborg In Stockholm. Large Bonfires Are Lit Across The Country As Symbols Of The Passing Of Winter And The Approach To Spring

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    Edward Shaw
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unfortunately there is a end of term tradition in Sweden where a vast amount of cars are set ablaze.

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    #49

    Sweden Has Baby Stroller Parking Spots

    Sweden Has Baby Stroller Parking Spots

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    Gaya Knust
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, this is brilliant! And I bet people don't have to worry about it being stolen.

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    #50

    This Art Installation In A Subway Entrance In Sweden

    This Art Installation In A Subway Entrance In Sweden

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    DennyS (denzoren)
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whenever I see these things I always feel like my country is sooo boring and bland.

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    #51

    There Is A Tradition In Malmö, Limhamn Where Divers Put Down These Clowns And Other Stuff Just To Mess With The New Divers

    There Is A Tradition In Malmö, Limhamn Where Divers Put Down These Clowns And Other Stuff Just To Mess With The New Divers

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Top-right looks like it was modelled on our Prime Minister, BoJo!

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    #52

    This National Park In Sweden Refused To Cut Trees In The Way Of The Bridge So They Just Left The Trees In The Way

    This National Park In Sweden Refused To Cut Trees In The Way Of The Bridge So They Just Left The Trees In The Way

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    #53

    This Crosswalk In Stockholm

    This Crosswalk In Stockholm

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    #54

    Saw Someone Else From Sweden Post One Of These So Thought I'd Share One I Saw In Skånes Part Of Sweden. Mices Own Pharmacy

    Saw Someone Else From Sweden Post One Of These So Thought I'd Share One I Saw In Skånes Part Of Sweden. Mices Own Pharmacy

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    #55

    One Of The City's Smallest Residential Buildings In Stockholm, Sweden

    One Of The City's Smallest Residential Buildings In Stockholm, Sweden

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    #56

    In Sweden There Is A Huge Straw Goat Known As Gävlebocken (The Gävle Goat) Which Gets Burned Down Or Destroyed By People Almost Every Year

    In Sweden There Is A Huge Straw Goat Known As Gävlebocken (The Gävle Goat) Which Gets Burned Down Or Destroyed By People Almost Every Year

    As of today, it has survived for five years in a row which is a new record.

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    Freddie Torsten
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like ten years ago an American tourist burned it down because someone told him it was a tradition. He got huge fines.

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    #57

    The Kinnevik Tree In Stockholm Is The Tallest "Real" Christmas Tree In The World

    The Kinnevik Tree In Stockholm Is The Tallest "Real" Christmas Tree In The World

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    Jaekry
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I presume it refers to, being rooted, and actually living and growing on the place of display .

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    #58

    In Sweden, We Watch Donald Duck Every Christmas Eve At 15:00

    In Sweden, We Watch Donald Duck Every Christmas Eve At 15:00

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    LisaMarie
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I googled this as I was thinking 'why?' and the end of this article on it seems to sum it up nicely 😊 "For many Swedes, there is something comforting about knowing that every year there is one hour, on one day, when you sit down with everyone in your family and just be together. “People always want to change everything, and make everything new,” Feldreich, Sweden’s Jiminy Cricket, told the Swedish newspaper Länstidningen in 2008. “And then, like in a fairy tale from when we were kids, there’s something familiar.” Kalle Anka, he said, “offers security in a confusing world.”

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    #59

    The Oldest Piece Of Furniture In Sweden, Kungsårabänken, A Sofa Dating From The Viking Age (1000-1100 A.D.)

    The Oldest Piece Of Furniture In Sweden, Kungsårabänken, A Sofa Dating From The Viking Age (1000-1100 A.D.)

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    #60

    Carina Sees Everything, So Never Forget To Recycle

    Carina Sees Everything, So Never Forget To Recycle

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    #62

    Here In Sweden, The Ice-Cream Truck Goes Around. All. Year. Long

    Here In Sweden, The Ice-Cream Truck Goes Around. All. Year. Long

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    Nadine Debard
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yay, there's no specific season for ice cream! Ice cream in winter is good too!

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    #63

    Grodkällan Lake In The Middle Of The Forest In Northern Sweden

    Grodkällan Lake In The Middle Of The Forest In Northern Sweden

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    #64

    People Like Their Bikes In Uppsala, Sweden

    People Like Their Bikes In Uppsala, Sweden

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    Rata Robinson
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that they're old fashioned bikes too - not racing/road bikes. It's like that in The Netherlands too :)

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    #65

    The Grass Carpet Leading To The Door Of This Old Building In Stockholm

    The Grass Carpet Leading To The Door Of This Old Building In Stockholm

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    #66

    Viking Runestone Overlooking A Golf Course – Risbyle, Sweden

    Viking Runestone Overlooking A Golf Course – Risbyle, Sweden

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    Gaya Knust
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how something so trivial like a golf course has an ancient and historic stone just next to it.

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    #67

    Sweden Has The Densest Population Of Moose In The World. Although 300 000 To 400 000 Of Moose Inhabit Sweden It Can Still Be Difficult To See A Moose In The Wild

    Sweden Has The Densest Population Of Moose In The World. Although 300 000 To 400 000 Of Moose Inhabit Sweden It Can Still Be Difficult To See A Moose In The Wild

    About 100 000 of them are killed in autumn, and the same number is born each spring, keeping the summer population rather stable.

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    Gremlan jonnson
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh you should be happy about not being face to face with wild moose, they'll f**k you up. Freaking terrifying they are

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    #68

    10 Minutes From Where I Live Lies Anundshög. One Of The Oldest Viking Graves In The World. It's Located In Västerås, Sweden

    10 Minutes From Where I Live Lies Anundshög. One Of The Oldest Viking Graves In The World. It's Located In Västerås, Sweden

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    #69

    LED Bathroom Handles At Train Station In Sweden Change Colors Based On Occupancy

    LED Bathroom Handles At Train Station In Sweden Change Colors Based On Occupancy

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    #70

    Crazy Flooring Between Two Shops In Gothenburg, Sweden

    Crazy Flooring Between Two Shops In Gothenburg, Sweden

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    #72

    Fat Tuesday In Sweden Today. Time To Overeat And Celebrate This Thing We Call "Semla"

    Fat Tuesday In Sweden Today. Time To Overeat And Celebrate This Thing We Call "Semla"

    Every year we celebrate this day we call "fettisdagen" or fat Tuesday. This holiday dates back to the year 1594 and occurs 47 days before easter every year. The name of the day comes from all the fat food you'll eat during this day before the fasting begins till the easter holiday starts. The American version of our fat Tuesday is Mardi Gras.

    The tradition in Sweden is to eat this pastry during this day. It's called Semla and as the day suggests it's filled with calories. It's made by a simple bun either just white flour or with added cardamom (which is my favorite). Then you scoop out the bottom half and fill it with almond cream. Top it off with whipped cream and lid with added icing sugar. IT'S SO DELICIOUS! If you go to Sweden during this time you really have to try Semla! Everyone is crazy about it and the pastry shops with the best semla usually have queues going outside the shops.

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    #73

    Candy In Sweden. This Is A Common Candy Section That Exists In Every Supermarket In Sweden

    Candy In Sweden. This Is A Common Candy Section That Exists In Every Supermarket In Sweden

    Before the checkout, you are surrounded by sweets. You have to pass this section before going to the checkouts to the left. It's all candy.

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    #74

    In Sweden They Have A Crossing For Ducks And A Caution Not To Hit Them

    In Sweden They Have A Crossing For Ducks And A Caution Not To Hit Them

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    #75

    This "Mouse Barbershop" I Found In Malmö, Sweden

    This "Mouse Barbershop" I Found In Malmö, Sweden

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    #76

    A 1st Pilot “Indoor Bus Stop” Here In Gothenburg. With Connected Cafe, Informal Space, Chargers, And Charging For The New Pilot Electric Buses

    A 1st Pilot “Indoor Bus Stop” Here In Gothenburg. With Connected Cafe, Informal Space, Chargers, And Charging For The New Pilot Electric Buses

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    #78

    The Mother Of All Round Buildings: Globen, Stockholm

    The Mother Of All Round Buildings: Globen, Stockholm

    It is the largest hemispherical construction in the world. In the Swedish Solar System, it represents the Sun.

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    #80

    In A Swedish IKEA I Found Pillows With Coordinates On Them. These Coordinates Lead To A Small Fishing Village In Sweden

    In A Swedish IKEA I Found Pillows With Coordinates On Them. These Coordinates Lead To A Small Fishing Village In Sweden

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    #81

    Local Supermarket Trying To Troll Tourists. It's An Acquired Taste

    Local Supermarket Trying To Troll Tourists. It's An Acquired Taste

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    #82

    Found This In A Hotel In Sweden. Don't Make Me Get The Can Opener

    Found This In A Hotel In Sweden. Don't Make Me Get The Can Opener

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    #83

    This Hospital In Sweden Has Dots On The Floor To Indicate Which Way The Doors Open For Their Patients

    This Hospital In Sweden Has Dots On The Floor To Indicate Which Way The Doors Open For Their Patients

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    Anna Tribe
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All doors should open outwards so that in case of an emergency and the patient has fallen over in front of the door the staff can still open the door and help the person.

    #84

    Sweden Is Home To The World's Largest Storage Of Wood

     Sweden Is Home To The World's Largest Storage Of Wood

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    #85

    A Road Sign Warns Drivers That They May Encounter Pedestrians Who Are Deeply Absorbed In Their Smartphones, In Stockholm, Sweden

    A Road Sign Warns Drivers That They May Encounter Pedestrians Who Are Deeply Absorbed In Their Smartphones, In Stockholm, Sweden

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    #86

    In Sweden, You Can Stand In Three Countries At The Same Time. Treriksröset - The Place Where Norway, Finland And Sweden Meet

    In Sweden, You Can Stand In Three Countries At The Same Time. Treriksröset - The Place Where Norway, Finland And Sweden Meet

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    #87

    One Of The Key Details In Sustainable Community Design Here In Sweden - Underground Separated Waste Management Vacuum Tubes

    One Of The Key Details In Sustainable Community Design Here In Sweden - Underground Separated Waste Management Vacuum Tubes

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    #88

    In A Swedish Museum, They Have Benches That Charge Your Phone Wirelessly And Give Free WiFi

    In A Swedish Museum, They Have Benches That Charge Your Phone Wirelessly And Give Free WiFi

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    #89

    My Friend Sent Me This Picture Of Food In Swedish Maternity Hospitals, I Just Wanted To Know If The Food Is Like This Because I Can't Believe It

    My Friend Sent Me This Picture Of Food In Swedish Maternity Hospitals, I Just Wanted To Know If The Food Is Like This Because I Can't Believe It

    Food in our Serbian maternity hospitals are just piece of bread with wurst on the side

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    Freddie Torsten
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It actually is like that! Also when you just go to the for an injury you have a selection of like for different menu choices five times per day (and it's free)

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    #90

    Stayed In A Boeing 747 Converted To Hostel At Arlanda Airport, Sweden (Jumbo Stay)

    Stayed In A Boeing 747 Converted To Hostel At Arlanda Airport, Sweden (Jumbo Stay)

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    Lia
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I stayed there too it was awesome I even got to stand on the wing

    #91

    My Hometown (Örebro, Sweden) Set Up What They’re Saying Is The Biggest Gaming Screen In The World On The Wall Of Our City’s Castle

    My Hometown (Örebro, Sweden) Set Up What They’re Saying Is The Biggest Gaming Screen In The World On The Wall Of Our City’s Castle

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    Gaya Knust
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But wait, where do you have to play in order to have your gameplay streaming on the huge screen?

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    #92

    These Completely Round Houses In Stockholm, Sweden

    These Completely Round Houses In Stockholm, Sweden

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    #93

    Sweden’s Festive Drink Of Choice Is A Carbonated Beverage Known As Julmust

    Sweden’s Festive Drink Of Choice Is A Carbonated Beverage Known As Julmust

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    #94

    Only In Sweden You Can Find A Floating House

    Only In Sweden You Can Find A Floating House

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    Francis
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    nope, you can find those also in the netherlands, germany and many other countries :) Hausboot (house boat)

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    #95

    Chessboards On The Tables In Parks

    Chessboards On The Tables In Parks

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    #96

    The Chinese Pavilion, Located On The Drottningholm Palace Grounds In Stockholm, Sweden. It Is A UNESCO World Heritage Site

    The Chinese Pavilion, Located On The Drottningholm Palace Grounds In Stockholm, Sweden. It Is A UNESCO World Heritage Site

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    #97

    The Spreadable Cheese Selection At A Swedish Grocery Store

    The Spreadable Cheese Selection At A Swedish Grocery Store

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    #98

    I Visited A Model Settlement In Sweden. Saw This, And My Mind Instantly Went To The Game Valheim

    I Visited A Model Settlement In Sweden. Saw This, And My Mind Instantly Went To The Game Valheim

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    #99

    Only In Sweden

    Only In Sweden

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    #100

    You Could Test A Torture Device Spanish Donkey In Stockholm's Army Museum

    You Could Test A Torture Device Spanish Donkey In Stockholm's Army Museum

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    #101

    Swedish Ads Are On A Different Level. This Is Posted All Over Swedish Public Transport. What The Hell

    Swedish Ads Are On A Different Level. This Is Posted All Over Swedish Public Transport. What The Hell

    Jacobacon215 , Jackaed Report

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    censorshipsucks
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yes this was an advert for a programmer. If you can solve the algorithm it gives you the correct URL.

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    #102

    Female Crossing Sign Spotted In Southern Sweden (Skåne)

    Female Crossing Sign Spotted In Southern Sweden (Skåne)

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    #103

    The Twisting Torso In Malmo, Sweden Has 9 Identical Sections Which Are Twisted Slightly To Make It Twisted

    The Twisting Torso In Malmo, Sweden Has 9 Identical Sections Which Are Twisted Slightly To Make It Twisted

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    #104

    What Is The Front Part Of The Toilet And What's Its Purpose? I Found It In Northern Sweden

    What Is The Front Part Of The Toilet And What's Its Purpose? I Found It In Northern Sweden

    kc3w Report

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I suspect that is separates no.1s from no.2s so that you don't have to flush for just a no.1.

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    #105

    Swedish Shopping Cart Has Magnetic Wheels So It Doesn't Roll Down The Escalator

    Swedish Shopping Cart Has Magnetic Wheels So It Doesn't Roll Down The Escalator

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Magnetic or grooves in the tyres that slot into the grooves in the escalator allowing the rubber stops to touch down?

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    #106

    This Is What You May Get From Santa If You’ve Been Bad Here In Sweden

    This Is What You May Get From Santa If You’ve Been Bad Here In Sweden

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    #108

    Since Spain Does Nutella Pizza, And Apparently Italians Do Too. I Present You This Swedish Mutant. Yes, That Is Gold

    Since Spain Does Nutella Pizza, And Apparently Italians Do Too. I Present You This Swedish Mutant. Yes, That Is Gold

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