There are 19 regions in Finland, which roughly coincide with the historical regions of the country. These regions have developed over the centuries. Finland is stretched from south to north, so you can distinguish between southern and northern regions.
The largest tourist area of the country is Lapland in the north, although the name of this area is now more historical than administrative. People come here for the northern lights and ski resorts, and there are elevations that already resemble mountains, although there are no high mountains on the territory of the country.
The central regions of Finland have the most lakes. We will briefly list the names of Finland's regions and tell you about them so that you can navigate through the confusing names of the Finnish language.
Central Finland will enchant you with the beauty of nature and will give you many ski resorts.
Southern Karelia is considered an area very popular among Russian tourists. It is a country of forests, lakes and incredible northern landscapes.
Northern Karelia (Pohjois-Karjala) was part of Eastern Finland until 2010. The region is rightly considered one of the most beautiful areas of the country. The region was once covered by glaciers that began to recede 12,000 years ago.
Northern Savo (Pohjos-Savo) is located in southeastern Finland, almost in the center of the country.
Southern Savo (Etela-Savo) is a region in southeastern Finland. It is located approximately two hours by car from Helsinki. The administrative center is the city of Mikkeli. The region is home to Lake Saimaa, the largest lake in Finland and the fourth largest in Europe. The country is often referred to as the Lake District.
Kymenlaakso is conveniently located in the southern part of Finland. In the south it is washed by the waters of the Gulf of Finland, and in the southeast it borders the Russian Federation. Tourism is particularly active here. There is a lot to see in Kymenlaakso.
Satakunta is located on the western coast of the Gulf of Bothnia. It has the largest delta among the northern rivers, the Kokemäenjoki River Delta, and is home to many bird species.
Kainuu is one of the central regions of Finland. It is located in the east of the former province of Oulu near the Russian border.
The region of Ostrobothnia (Pohjanmaa) stretches along the Gulf of Bothnia along the western coast of Finland. Until 2010, all of these areas were part of the province of Western Finland.
Southern Ostrobothia (Seinäjoki) is located in the western part of Finland. The population is approximately 194,000 people, more than a third of whom live in the administrative center, Seinäjoki, which is also the largest of the 18 municipalities of South Ostrobothnia.
Kymenlaakso is conveniently located in the southern part of Finland. In the south it is washed by the waters of the Gulf of Finland, and in the southeast it borders the Russian Federation. Tourism is particularly active here. There is a lot to see in Kymenlaakso.
Satakunta is located on the western coast of the Gulf of Bothnia. It has the largest delta among the northern rivers, the Kokemäenjoki River Delta, and is home to many bird species.
Kainuu is one of the central regions of Finland. It is located in the east of the former province of Oulu near the Russian border.
The region of Ostrobothnia (Pohjanmaa) stretches along the Gulf of Bothnia along the western coast of Finland. Until 2010, all of these areas were part of the province of Western Finland.
Southern Ostrobothia (Seinäjoki) is located in the western part of Finland. The population is approximately 194,000 people, more than a third of whom live in the administrative center, Seinäjoki, which is also the largest of the 18 municipalities of South Ostrobothnia.
