Finland
Joined the European Union in 1995; Not a founding country
History
The Flag
Espoo
Tampere
Vantaa & Turku
Finland's Capital and Tourist Attractions
Helsinki is Finland's capital and is the home of 558,457. It is located in southern Finland in the Uusimaa region, and also has about 300 islands in its area.
Finland has many sights to see. Helsinki, which is highly cultural and relaxing, is great for any visitor. Finland is also one of the best places to spot the Northern Lights which appear for about 200 nights in northern Finland. Finland is also widely visited for Hämeenlinna and Alond, two very popular areas where beauty of nature and culture is seen.
Geography
Finland's physical features are mostly flat and low, with rolling plains that intersperse with lakes and low hills.
Government
Currency
Citations
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