Finland is a country located in northern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea, Gulf of Bothnia, and Gulf of Finland. It is situated between Sweden to the west, Russia to the east, and Norway to the north. The capital and largest city is Helsinki. The official languages are Finnish and Swedish, and the country has a population of approximately 5.5 million. Finland is known for its vast forests and thousands of lakes, as well as its modern technology and high standard of living. The economy of Finland is heavily dependent on export of goods such as paper, machinery and chemicals. The country is also known for its high-quality education system and is considered one of the most technologically advanced nations in the world.
Helsinki
- the capital and
largest city of Finland, known for its architecture, museums, and cultural
events
Lapland - a region in the northernmost part of
Finland, known for its winter sports and natural beauty
Rovaniemi
- the capital of
Lapland, known for being the official hometown of Santa Claus
Turku - the oldest city in Finland, known
for its medieval castle and archipelago
Tampere - the third largest city in Finland,
known for its industrial history and modern art scene
Jyväskylä - a city in central Finland, known
for its university and natural surroundings
Kuopio - a city in eastern Finland, known for
its lake views and traditional Finnish cuisine
Porvoo - an ancient city on the southern
coast of Finland, known for its picturesque old town and charming boutiques
Nuuksio
National Park - a
park near Helsinki, known for its diverse landscapes and hiking trails
Åland
Islands - an
archipelago between Finland and Sweden, known for its unique culture and
natural beauty
Levi - a ski resort in Lapland, known for
its slopes and Northern Lights
Oulu - a city in northern Finland, known
for its technology and outdoor activities
Turku
Archipelago - a
group of islands off the coast of Turku, known for their natural beauty and
cultural heritage
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park - a park
in Lapland, known for its rugged fells and hiking trails
Savonlinna
- a city in eastern
Finland, known for its medieval castle and opera festival
Hämeenlinna
- a city in southern
Finland, known for its medieval castle and historic sites
Pyhä-Luosto
National Park - a
park in Lapland, known for its rugged fells and hiking trails
Mariehamn
- the capital of the
Åland Islands, known for its maritime culture and museums
Kemi - a city in northern Finland, known
for its snow castle and icebreaking ships
Imatra - a city in eastern Finland, known for
its rapids and historic sites
Seinäjoki
- a city in western
Finland, known for its modern architecture and cultural events
Linnanmäki
- an amusement park
in Helsinki, known for its roller coasters and attractions
Vantaa - a city in southern Finland, known
for its nature and science centers
Kotka - a city on the southern coast of
Finland, known for its archipelago and maritime culture
Raahe - a city on the northern coast of
Finland, known for its history and ocean views.