From South Australia to Northern Sweden
An adventure on the complete opposite side of the world
I have been on exchange for the past month in Luleå, Sweden. Living in Northern Sweden is cold and dark to say the least, but I love it. The sun rises at 8am and sets around 2pm and with this little sunlight, the temperature is well below freezing. I will often find myself wearing 5 layers of clothing whilst my host family and friends are walking around in just jeans and a jacket. Regardless of this it is one of the greatest places I have ever been to and has some of the nicest people I’ve ever met.
Before coming to Luleå I heard rumours that the people who live in Northern Sweden tend to be more timid and quiet, the second I touched down here I realised this rumour was false. Everyone here is so welcoming and kind-hearted, and when I struggle with the language they all happily help me out to ensure I understand what is happening. My host family are very energetic and talkative (even if I can’t understand what my younger host sister is saying). The first day of school I was worried that I may not make any friends but the second I stepped onto the school grounds a group of girls came up to me and started talking. Everyone here is so easy to get along with and you are guaranteed to make instant friends.
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