Finland
A northern land of some 188,000 lakes and endless forest that keeps topping global happiness rankings, invented the sauna as a way of life, and turns winter darkness into a spectator sport. Finland is quietly excellent at almost everything.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
A white field with a blue Scandinavian cross. The blue represents the country's thousands of lakes and its sky, while the white stands for the snow that blankets the land.
Finland FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Helsinki |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Population | 5,652,881 |
| Area | 338,478 km² |
| Population density | 17 /km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official languages | Finnish, Swedish |
| Calling code | +358 |
| Internet TLD | .fi |
| Time zone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right |
| ISO codes | FI / FIN |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- It's often called the Land of a Thousand Lakes, though it actually has around 188,000 of them.
- It has repeatedly been ranked the happiest country in the world.
- There are roughly as many saunas as households, making it a genuine national institution.
- In its far north, the sun doesn't fully set for weeks during summer, a phenomenon known as the midnight sun.
Finland FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Finland?
The capital of Finland is Helsinki.
What is the population of Finland?
Finland has a population of about 5,652,881.
What currency does Finland use?
Finland uses the Euro (EUR).
What languages are spoken in Finland?
The official languages of Finland are Finnish, Swedish.
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