Sweden, officially the Kingdom of Sweden, is a prominent Nordic country situated in Northern Europe, forming a significant part of the Scandinavian Peninsula. It shares land borders with Norway to the west and north, and Finland to the east. With an area of 450,295 km², it is the largest country in the Nordic region and the fifth-largest in Europe. The population is estimated at over 10 million people, with the capital and largest urban center being Stockholm. The country is characterized by its diverse geography, ranging from coastal areas to vast inland forests, and a high degree of social development.