24/06/2018 · General Facts about Finland. Below are some general info such as total population, land area, biggest lake, highest mountain and other general facts about Finland that might be interesting to know. Total Population: 5.4 million; Capital: Helsinki; Life expectancy: Men 78 years, women 83 years; Highest Mountain: Halti – 1,324 m above the sea

21/02/2016 · 6. Nature is everything. Thanks to the fact that the country is large and mostly comprised of trees, lakes and rivers, Finns have a natural proclivity to all things outdoors.

05/11/2020 · Finland is known as the land of a thousand lakes. Yet in actual fact, the number is more than 187 times that! Read more: Fun Facts about Iceland. There are some 187,888 lakes in Finland larger than 500 square metres (5,400 sq ft). About 57,000 of them have an area larger than 10,000 square metres (110,000 sq ft).

25/09/2019 · Confusingly, Finland is a Nordic country, along with the three Scandinavian countries and Sweden. Finland does not share the Scandinavian Peninsula, and so it is not considered part of Scandinavia. There are other cultural differences too, such as the language in Finland. 9 The Finnish Language Is Quite Different From The Scandinavian Languages

11/11/2020 · Facts on Finland – Finnish Society and Finnish Lifestyle #40 The baby box. In Finland, expectant mothers receive a maternity package (äitiyspakkaus, in Finnish) as a gift from the government. The tradition is over 80 years old.

31/08/2018 · Finland is a Nordic country in Northern Europe famous for its surreal natural beauty and unique culture. Finland is one of the world’s happiest countries, where the citizens enjoy a high standard of living and a peaceful life. Many interesting facts about Finland are highlighted below. 10. There Are More Than 3 Million Saunas In Finland

09/04/2021 · According to the World Health Organisation, Finland is home to the world’s cleanest air. Like many other Nordic countries, this country has brought its A-game when it comes to eco-friendly living. Ultimately, Finland has such clean air because of its strong environmental regulations – the government invests in renewable energy, protects forests and lakes, and …

03/10/2017 · These are some of the most fun and surprising facts about Finland you might not have known about. Finland built a lighthouse in Sweden by accident The Swedish/Finnish border crosses straight over a tiny island called Märket in the Gulf of Bothnia, which is only 8.2 acres in size and makes up the westernmost point of Finnish territory.

26/06/2018 · The kindergarten also maintains a continuous dialog with parents. The aim is to ensure children receive the best possible support to develop their overall well-being at school and at home. 4. Mixed age group pedagogy. “One of the most special things about Finnish kindergartens is the mixed age group pedagogy.”.