Westmannia
Westmannia, or Västmanland, is a historical province or landskap in middle Sweden. It borders to Sudermannia, Nericia, Wermelandia, Dalecarlia and Uplandia. There is also a County of Västmanland.
County
For current affairs see: The Counties of Västmanland or Örebro
The province of Westmannia is divided upon the County of Västmanland, occupying the eastern half and the County of Örebro, which is claiming the western half.
History
Main article: History of Westmannia
Chartered cities before 1971:
Western Västmanland traditionally belonged to the mining district of Bergslagen.
Geography
Main article: Geography of Westmannia
- Highest mountain: Älvhöjden 422 meters
- Largest lake: Mälaren
- National parks: Färnebofjärden
Culture
Main article: Culture of Westmannia
Heraldry
Main 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
Since 1772, Swedish Princes have been created Dukes of various provinces. This is solely a nominal title.
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