Showing posts with label Sweden national day. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sweden national day. Show all posts

Friday, June 6, 2014

Sweden's National Day

Swedes celebrate their National Day (Sveriges nationaldag) on 6 June in honour of two historical events. On 6 June 1523, Gustav Vasa was elected king, and on the same date in 1809, the country adopted a new constitution. Not known for displaying their national pride, this day offers a rare chance to see Swedes waving their flag about (source).

I am not there yet but i follow these celebrations and traditions closely so i can enjoy them next year when i will be there, ready to take photos and have fun! In this short post i will only show you some nice photos i found searching for it's origins!

Everything is painted with yellow and blue! Flags waving everywhere!

I am so going to wave a flag come next year!
You can also throw balloons if you feel like it!
Last year's Royal Family shot.