Things and social rules you do not know about Sweden

Arabiaweather.com - Ismail Ghasemi - If you are interested in traveling to Sweden on a tourist trip or to live in this country, there are some special things and customs that you should know in order to better adapt to this cultural diversity.

For example, you can always use the English language, because many Swedes speak it fluently and are not embarrassed to speak it in their country.

- You may feel some frustration in Sweden as a result of the dark and cold winter, and this is due to the geographical location of Sweden and in some places you will live less than 3 sunny hours a day, but in Kiruna you will not see the sun at all during the winter.

- The Swedish people live to work and not work to live, so you find that the law respects working hours well. Most companies close their doors in July, even restaurants and shops, and the same applies to daily working hours.

- Drinking coffee is common in Sweden, as it ranks second in the world in the proportion of individual coffee consumption, and you may also have to get used to it, and follow their traditions in the coffee break more than once a day.

- You must wait in line like others after taking your number, whether in public or commercial places and in stores, there are always small-sized devices for distributing numbers.

- The peak of congestion in Sweden is at 5 pm, so it is better to purchase your daily requirements early, and avoid the Swedes rushing to the markets before most shops close their doors.

- Did you know that you can find some cold foods in toothpaste-like tubes, such as caviar, mayonnaise, and some types of condiments?

- Swedes are so fond of walking that they can walk on both public and private property, if there is no sign prohibiting it.

- If your trip is during February or March, don't miss the annual music competition, which is a popular event after the dark days of winter.

One of the things that must be done before entering Swedish homes is to take off your shoes, so be sure to do this habit as a sign of your respect for the sanctity of their homes if you are invited to someone.

- One of the beautiful things in Sweden is that Swedes start their meetings with your presence or absence, whether it is an official appointment or for friends only, and this is a result of everyone's belief in the importance of respecting appointments and time.

Finally, always remember that you are in an environmentally friendly country and respect this ideal option for living. Keep a plastic bag when you go to stores that offer bags for money every time.