Finland

Overview

Finland, officially the Republic of Finland, is a Nordic country located in Northern Europe. It shares land borders with Sweden to the west, Russia to the east, and Norway to the north while Estonia lies to its south. Finland is a parliamentary republic consisting of 19 regions and 310 municipalities. The capital and largest city is Helsinki. Other major cities are Espoo, Vantaa, Tampere, Oulu and Turku.

Finland - Quick Facts

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Languages

Finnish

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Continent

Europe

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Population

5.53 million

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Capital City

Helsinki

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Best Time to Visit

Summer (June - August)

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Drinkable Tap Water

Yes

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Religion

Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland, Finnish Orthodox Church

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Plug Type

Type C, Type F

Safety

Overall Safety

9.6/10

Solo Female Travel

9.0/10

LGBTQ Safety

9.0/10

Travel Advisory

Level 1 - Generally safe, Exercise normal precautions

Finland is considered one of the safest countries in the world. Crime rates are extremely low and the law is strictly enforced. It is safe to travel to Finland, even alone, but it is always important to stay alert in all situations.

Remember to get your travel insurance! Our recommended insurer is SafetyWing

Budget

Currency

€ - Euro

Cost of Living

$$$$$

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Finland

Overview