External Relations/Skelleftea
Partner cities are cities that despite geographical distances and political differences have united in order to strengthen the mutual cultural ties and contacts of their inhabitants. These partnerships often lead to student exchange programmes, economic development and cultural cooperation.
Skelleftea, Sweden
Partnership Agreement: 1968
Location: Västerbotten region, at the Gulf of Bothnia
Population: 72 000
Specification:- romantic Nordic landscape, with lush natural forests and lakes
- sports complexes, skiing and fishing resorts with camping facilities
- famous goldfield, unique woodworking in the industry and design sector
- exchanges of ice-hockey teams, dance and choral groups
- exchange programmes for civil servants and teachers
- musical ensemble tours
Link: www.skelleftea.se
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