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Swedish Sea Sanctuary

Overview

An autonomous Finnish archipelago in the Baltic Sea with a Swedish-speaking population, known for its peaceful island lifestyle, medieval churches, and maritime heritage.

Geographic Context

Region
Europe
Subregion
Northern Europe
Land Area
1,580 km²
Capital
Mariehamn
Languages
Swedish
Currencies
Euro (€)

Society & Governance

Health
WHO Health Indicators
Population
Demographics & Census
Education
Enrollment & Literacy
Society
UN SDG Metrics
Civil Liberties
Press & Political Freedom
Government
Governance & Rule of Law

International

Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Defence
Military & Security
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Alternatives
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025