The expression “from Land’s End to John o’Groats” (a distance of about 870 miles [1,400 km]) means “from end to end of Great Britain.” However, the northernmost part of the British mainland is in fact Dunnet Head, and the point on the mainland farthest from Land’s End is nearby Duncansby Head.

Farthest-apart cities

• Rosario, Argentina to Xinghua, China: 19,996 km (12,425 mi)
• Lu’an, China to Río Cuarto, Argentina: 19,994 km (12,424 mi)
• Cuenca, Ecuador to Subang Jaya, Malaysia: 19,989 km (12,421 mi)
• Shanghai, China to Concordia, Argentina: 19,984 km (12,417 mi)

Extreme Points of the United States (50 States)

Westernmost point – Rockall at 57°35′N 13°41′W, which was only incorporated into Scotland in the 20th century. If Rockall is ignored, Soay, St Kilda, at57.830°N 8.638°W is the westernmost point.

When it comes to Danish vs Norwegian, Norwegian is easier to understand. Their writing is the same, and there’s not a lot of difference between vocabulary and grammar either. And for Swedish vs Norwegian, Norwegian wins again. It’s a slight bit closer to English in terms of vocabulary and pronunciation.

Taxes, taxes, taxes Norway has one of the highest rates of personal income tax in the world, at some 39%. It has been even higher – at 47.5%, but is now dropping. Having said that, it’s lower than the highest rate in the UK.

Living in Norway: Pros and cons

• Pros: The standard of living in Norway is unbeatable.
• Pros: Housing in Norway is pristine.
• Pros: The outdoors in Norway is amazing.
• Pros: The Norwegian fjords are epic.
• Pros: Allemannsrett rocks for campers.
• Pros: Safety in Norway is paramount.
• Pro: Salaries in Norway are massive.

It is possible for some people to move to Norway as a job seeker, but this is only allowed for a relatively short period of time. If you don’t manage to find employment during that time, you will have to leave the country, and there is a waiting period before you will be able to return.

The average cost of living in Norway will depend on the lifestyle you lead and where in the country you choose to settle. Generally, though, you can expect to spend between 20,000 to 40,000 NOK (2,176–4,352 USD) per month to live in this Nordic country.

While Norway is certainly better for hard-core outdoor enthusiasts, Sweden is a great choice for most people looking to explore Scandinavia for more than stunning scenery. If you want great food, good public transportation and a bit of cash savings, Sweden could be your more suitable option.

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Compared to Norway, Sweden is considerably cheaper, but will still seem pricey to most Europeans, for things such as accommodation and eating out. And as long as you avoid swanky New Nordic restaurants, Denmark can be a pleasantly affordably place to eat well.

Norway is stunning with amazingly beautiful scenery, but you will need a lot of time, money and flexibility to be able to visit all the great attractions. If you’re looking for a quick city break with lots of things to do in a short time, Sweden is the place to go.

What makes Sweden so expensive? Well, partly it’s down to the country’s strict labour laws, which make it relatively expensive for companies to employ people. And partly it’s because of Sweden’s notoriously high taxes, which help to keep the welfare state well oiled.

United Kingdom is 77.6% more expensive than Sweden.

To become a Swedish citizen, you must have been living in Sweden on a long-term basis for a certain period of time. As a rule you must have been resident in Sweden for a continuous period of five years. The easiest way to get residency is to move in with a Swedish citizen.

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Sweden’s culture of innovation and being early adopters of technology coupled with the nation’s high-quality of life have played a paramount role in the transition. Once Sweden becomes a cashless economy, citizens and visitors will no longer be able to use cash to make purchases.

US Dollar to Swedish Krona Exchange Rate is at a current level of 8.266, down from 8.338 the previous market day and down from 9.196 one year ago.

House Prices in Sweden The average price to buy across Sweden is around 53,500 SEK per m² (5,200 USD). The average price to buy a home in Stockholm, Sweden’s most expensive city, is around 74,900 SEK per m² (8,600 USD).