Malm�

Malm� is a city and a municipality in southern Sweden, in the county of Sk�ne. It is the largest city in Sweden after Stockholm and Gothenburg and the seat of residence for the county.

History Main article: History of Malm�[?]

Politics Main article: Politics of Malm�[?]

Geography Main article: Geography of Malm�[?]

A bridge crosses �resund to Copenhagen on the southcoast of Malm� called the Oresund Bridge. It was opened in 2000, and is quite beautiful when it rises out of the sea-fog in the mornings and evenings. There are trains every 20 minutes connecting Malm� and Copenhagen with connections to the Copenhagen Metro, inaugurated on Oct 19, 2002.

Economy Main article: Economy of Malm�[?]

The economy of Malm� was traditionally based on shipbuilding and construction related industries, such as concrete factories. The region's leading university, with associated hi-tech and pharmaceutical industry, is placed in nearby Lund. As a result, Malm� had a troubled economic situation following the mid 1970s. However, during the last few years there has finally been a revival. Contributing factors have been the economic integration brought about by the bridge, a new university and a wave of immigration.

Universities Main article: Universities in Sweden

• University College of Malm�

Heraldry Main article: Heraldry of Sk�ne[?]

The city arms were granted in 1437 by King Eric of Pomerania. The arms of Pomerania is argent with a griffin gules, which gave the griffin's head to Malm�. The coat of arms for the city has also served as the basis for the arms of the province of Sk�ne (Scania) and the County of Sk�ne, with differentiation in colors. Blazon: "Argent, a Griffin's head erased Gules, crowned Or".

Sites of interest The city is gaining in popularity as a tourist destination. It retains much historical charm, with an 'old town' section filled with small shops, as well as the south's largest teaching university. There is always a festival of some kind going on. For history buffs there is a fabulous castle, housing a small city museum and a fairly large art gallery. There are many other, smaller museums as well.

Sports teams

Notable natives

Miscellaneous topics Great nightlife - lots of good bands tend to play at various venues or in the many plazas. It is centered around essentially two places; Lilla Torg (Small Square) is encircled by trendy pubs and upmarket night clubs, while M�llev�ngstorget (The square at the mill meadow) houses run-down "slum pubs" as well as hang-outs for artists and musicians, and good opportunities for live music.

External Links

• Malm� (http://www.malmo.se) - Official site