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Detailed explanation-1: -June 6 is National Day of Sweden or as it’s known to Swedes, “Sveriges Nationaldag.” It’s the day that Swedes celebrate their nationality. This is also when new Swedish citizens receive their certificate of citizenship and are welcomed by the king.

Detailed explanation-2: -The main ceremony on nationaldagen is led by the Royal Family and takes place at Skansen. The Swedish flag is run up a mast and then children in traditional peasant costumes present the King and Queen with bouquets of summer flowers, often in yellow and blue!

Detailed explanation-3: -The National Day of Sweden is celebrated every year on June 6 in honour of two historical events: Gustav Vasa being elected king (6 June 1523) and the adoption of a new constitution (6 June 1809). It is a public holiday in Sweden.

Detailed explanation-4: -Every year since 1893, Sweden celebrates its national holiday. The holiday which is celebrated on June 6th indicates two important national events.

Detailed explanation-5: -Independence Day in Sweden is celebrated annually on June 6. This national holiday is also called the Day of the Swedish Flag and has a long history-and two reasons for the date. The date is based on the crowning of the first Swedish king nearly five centuries ago and the adoption of the country’s constitution in 1809.