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A Finn’s mother tongue is either Finnish, Swedish (5.6% of the population are Swedish speakers) or Saami (some 8,000 native speakers). Finnish belongs to the small Finno-Ugrian language …

Jan 26, 2021 · FINFO – Facts about Finland Functionality and Wellbeing. A brief introduction to Finnish society, lifestyle, culture and history. Basic facts and figures about population, …

Jan 17, 2025 · The domestic run-off contest, known as UMK, has evolved into a major event in its own right. In addition to giving artists the chance to compete for a spot in the Eurovision Song …

Finns are generally in a good mood on this day, and like to eat a festive meal with family or friends. On my first Finnish Independence Day, I went to a nice restaurant with some fellow …

The Finland Fact Book, compiled by Invest in Finland, provides an overview of the most attractive business opportunities in Finland across various industry segments, informs you about Finland …

ThisisFINLAND forms an attractive window on Finland for everyone interested in our country, its culture and its people. We cover anything related to Finland and Finnish society.

Your friends cannot fail to be impressed with all the facts you’ll know about Finnish geography, history, people and economy.

Area: 338,462 km² (131,991 square miles), the fifth-largest country in Western Europe; Greatest length from north to south: 1,157 km (717 miles); Greatest width from east to west: 542 km …