| − | Scandinavia is a geographical area in northern Europe. it includes the countries of [[Denmark]], [[Norway]] and [[Sweden]]. strictly speaking, the area is identical to the Scandinavian [[peninsula]] which also includes parts of northwestern [[Finland]] but not Denmark. the Scandinavian countries have been socialistic or liberal since late 19th century. | + | Scandinavia is a geographical area in northern [[Europe]]. It includes the countries of [[Denmark]], [[Norway]] and [[Sweden]]. Strictly speaking, the area is identical to the Scandinavian [[peninsula]] which also includes parts of northwestern [[Finland]] but not Denmark. The Scandinavian countries have been socialistic or liberal since late 19th century. |
| − | although there are distinct differences, the Danish, Norwegian and Swedish languages are quite similar; citizens of Scandinavian countries are able to understand each other quite well.
| + | Although there are distinct differences, the Danish, Norwegian and Swedish languages are quite similar; citizens of Scandinavian countries are able to understand each other quite well. |