Finland
Republic of Finland
People: Finnish
Finland is the land of a thousand lakes (187,888 of them) and has been ranked the world's happiest country for years running. Finland is located in Northern Europe and has a population of around 5.7 million. Its capital city is Helsinki, and the most widely spoken official language is Finnish.
Finland — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Finland |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Helsinki |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Northern Europe |
| Population | 5,650,325 |
| Area | 338,455 km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official Languages | Finnish, Swedish |
| Dialling Code | +358 |
| Internet TLD | .fi |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | FI / FIN |
| Borders | Norway, Sweden, Russia |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Finland
What is the capital of Finland?
The capital of Finland is Helsinki.
What currency does Finland use?
Finland uses the Euro (EUR, symbol: €).
What language do they speak in Finland?
The official languages of Finland are Finnish and Swedish.
What is the dialling code for Finland?
The international dialling code for Finland is +358.
What side of the road does Finland drive on?
Finland drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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