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20 interesting facts about Finland

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  1. Finland is a country located in Northern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea, Gulf of Bothnia, and Gulf of Finland.
  2. The official languages are Finnish and Swedish.
  3. The country is known for its vast forests, thousands of lakes and islands, and its unique culture.
  4. Finland has one of the highest literacy rates in the world, at almost 100%.
  5. The Finnish education system is considered one of the best in the world and is known for its emphasis on equal opportunities for all students.
  6. The country is known for its innovative technology, particularly in the fields of mobile technology and information technology.
  7. The Finnish welfare system is considered one of the most comprehensive in the world, providing universal healthcare and a basic income scheme.
  8. Finland is a parliamentary republic with a president as head of state.
  9. The country is a member of the European Union, the Eurozone, and the United Nations.
  10. The Finnish currency is the Euro.
  11. Finland is known for its delicious traditional cuisine, which includes dishes such as smoked fish, reindeer meat, and various berries.
  12. The country has a cold climate, with long, cold winters and short summers.
  13. Finland is home to the Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, which can be seen in the northern parts of the country during the winter months.
  14. The country has a strong tradition of folk music, and the annual Finnish tango competition is a popular event.
  15. The capital of Finland is Helsinki, which is a modern and cosmopolitan city known for its architecture and design.
  16. The Finnish sauna is a national institution and it is estimated that there are over 3 million saunas in Finland, for a population of 5.5 million.
  17. The country is known for its many national parks and wilderness areas, including Lapland, which is home to the indigenous Sami people.
  18. Finland is known for its love of coffee, and it is estimated that Finns drink more coffee per capita than any other country in the world.
  19. The official animal of Finland is the brown bear, which can be found in the northern and eastern parts of the country.
  20. Finland is one of the most sparsely populated countries in Europe, with a population density of just 17 people per square kilometer.