Westmannia

Westmannia, or Västmanland, is a historical Province or landskap in middle Sweden. It borders to Sudermannia, Nericia, Wermelandia, Dalecarlia and Uplandia. \n

\n\n\n Västmanland \n\n Land Svealand\n Counties \nVästmanland County Örebro County\n Area 8,363 km² \n Provincial flower - Swedish - Latin\n Mistletoe Mistel Viscum album\n Provincial animal Roe deer\n Provincial bird Crested tit\n Provincial fish Pike-perch\n \n

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County

\nFor current affairs see: Västmanland County or Örebro County Westmannia is divided upon Västmanland County, occupying the eastern half and Örebro County, which is claiming the western half.

History

\nMain article: History of Westmannia Chartered cities before 1971:

• Arboga (12th century)\n*Fagersta (1944)\n*Köping (1474)\n*Lindesberg (1643)\n*Nora (1643)\n*Sala (1624)\n*Västerås (approximately 990)

Western Västmanland traditionally belonged to the mining district of Bergslagen.

Geography

\nMain article: Geography of Westmannia

• Highest mountain: Älvhöjden 422 meters\n*Largest lake: Mälaren\n*National parks: Färnebofjärden

Culture

\nMain article: Culture of Westmannia Engelsberg Ironworks is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Heraldry

\nMain article: Heraldry of Westmannia Arms granted in 1560. The arms is represented with a dukal coronet. Blazon: "Argent, in base tripple Mount Azure issuant from each Flames Gules."

Dukes of Westmannia

\nSince 1772, Swedish Princes have been created Dukes of various provinces. This is solely a nominal title.\n* Prince Erik (1889-1918)

External links

\n*Västmanland - Tourist site \nCategory:Provinces of Sweden\nCategory:Västmanland\n