

Almost all Swedes are conversant in English and nearly all young people are fluent.

Swedish is the national language of Sweden.Įnglish is widely spoken in whole Sweden, Uppsala being no exception. Most of the features of interest are in the western part, dominated by the cathedral, and with its old streets, river views and parks.įor more information, contact the Tourist Agency:ĭestination Uppsala AB, Kungsgatan 59, phone: +46 18 727 48 00. The Fyris river (Fyrisån) neatly divides the city into two different parts: the historic quarter to the west of the river and the administrative, residential and commercial area to the east. Uppsala has retained its small-town charm while offering a big city’s selection of shops, restaurants, and things to do. Unique cultural treasures and an exciting history are to be found in the city of knowledge and inspiration. The university city of Uppsala lies in the heart of Sweden, 40 minutes from Stockholm and 20 minutes from Arlanda International Airport. Uppsala was mentioned in an article at New York Times, you can read the article here. It holds Scandinavia's largest cathedral, originally constructed in the 13th century. The two universities dominate the city, so there are lots of young lively people everywhere. With a population of 158,000 (200,000 in the municipality), it is the fourth largest city in Sweden. Uppsala is a university city in Uppland in Sweden, 80 km north of Stockholm.
