Finland is truly a country of lakes, with over 60.000 found within its border. It was once ruled by Sweden, but became an independent state after World War I.
Its indigenous Lapp people live across the Artic Circle in subartic conditions. In contrast, most Finns reside in the much warmer southern part of the country.
Official Name: Republic of Finland
Capital City: Helsinki
Languages: Finnish; Swedish
Official Currency: Euro
Religion: Euro
Population: 5.213.000
Land area: 304.610 sq km
