The Finland map shows the map of Finland offline. This map of Finland will allow you to orient yourself in Finland in Northern Europe. The Finland map is downloadable in PDF, printable and free.

Finland was a part of Sweden from the 12th to 19th century, and from 1809 to 1917 was an autonomous Grand Duchy within the Russian Empire as its mentioned in Finland map. The Finnish Declaration of Independence from Russia in 1917 was followed by a civil war in which the red side was defeated with German support. Finland fought World War II as essentially three separate conflicts: the Winter War (1939–40), the Continuation War (1941–44), and the Lapland War (1944–45). Finland joined the United Nations in 1955, the OECD in 1969, the European Union in 1995, and the eurozone at its inception in 1999. Finland was a relative latecomer to industrialisation, remaining a largely agrarian country until the 1950s. Thereafter, economic development was rapid. Finland built an extensive welfare state and balanced between the East and the West in global economics and politics.

Phytogeographically, Finland is shared between the Arctic, central European and northern European provinces of the Circumboreal Region within the Boreal Kingdom. According to the WWF, the territory of Finland can be subdivided into three ecoregions: the Scandinavian and Russian taiga, Sarmatic mixed forests and Scandinavian Montane Birch forest and grasslands. Similarly, Finland has a diverse and extensive range of fauna as you can see in Finland map. There are at least sixty native mammalian species, 248 breeding bird species, over seventy fish species and eleven reptile and frog species present today, many migrating from neighboring countries thousands of years ago.

The Constitution of Finland defines the political system. Finland is a parliamentary democracy, and the prime minister is country most powerful politician. The constitution in its current form came into force on 1 March 2000, and was amended on 1 March 2012. Citizens can run and vote in parliamentary, municipal, and presidential elections, and in European Union elections as its shown in Finland map. According to the Constitution, the President of Finland is the head of state. Finland was formerly considered a semi-presidential parliamentary system, but under the 2000 constitution, and even further under its 2012 amendment, the presidency became largely a ceremonial, non-executive position.

Finland on map shows the map of the country Finland. Finland on the map will allow you to plan your travel in Finland in Northern Europe. The Finland map labeled is downloadable in PDF, printable and free.

Finland has a highly industrialized mixed economy with a per capita output equal to that of other European economies such as France, Germany, Belgium or the UK. The largest sector of the economy is services at 66%, followed by manufacturing and refining at 31% as you can see in Finland on map. Primary production is 2.9%. With respect to foreign trade, the key economic sector is manufacturing. The largest industries are electronics (22%), machinery, vehicles and other engineered metal products (21.1%), forest industry (13%) and chemicals (11%). Finland has timber and several mineral and freshwater resources. Forestry, paper factories, and the agricultural sector (on which taxpayers spend around 3 billion euros annually) are politically sensitive to rural residents. The Greater Helsinki area generates around a third of GDP. In a 2004 OECD comparison, high-technology manufacturing in Finland ranked second largest after Ireland. Knowledge-intensive services have also ranked the smallest and slow-growth sectors—especially agriculture and low-technology manufacturing—second largest after Ireland. Overall short-term outlook was good, and GDP growth has been above many EU peers.

The Finnish Defence Forces consist of a cadre of professional soldiers (mainly officers and technical personnel), currently serving conscripts, and a large reserve. The standard readiness strength is 34,700 people in uniform, of which 25% are professional soldiers as its shown in Finland on map. A universal male conscription is in place, under which all male Finnish nationals above 18 years of age serve for 6 to 12 months of armed service or 12 months of civilian (non-armed) service. Alternative non-military service for men is possible, as is voluntary military service for women (currently approximately 500 annually) are possible. Finland is the only non-NATO EU country bordering Russia. Finland official policy states that the 350,000 reservists, armed mostly with ground weaponry, are a sufficient deterrent.

Finland was rapidly industrialized after the Second World War, achieving GDP per capita levels equal to that of Japan or the UK in the beginning of 1970s. Initially, most development was based on two broad groups of export-led industries, the "metal industry" (metalliteollisuus) and "forest industry" (metsäteollisuus) as its mentioned in Finland on map. The "metal industry" includes shipbuilding, metalworking, the car industry, engineered products such as motors and electronics, and production of metals (steel, copper and chromium). The world biggest cruise ships are built in Finnish shipyards. The "forest industry" (metsäteollisuus) includes forestry, timber, pulp and paper, and is a logical development based on Finland extensive forest resources (77% of the area is covered by forest, most of it in renewable use). In the pulp and paper industry, many of the largest companies are based in Finland (Ahlstrom, M-real, UPM).

The detailed map of Finland shows a labeled and large map of the country Finland. This detailed map of Finland will allow you to orient yourself in Finland in Northern Europe. The detailed Finland map is downloadable in PDF, printable and free.

As of 2011, Finland is divided into: 6 Regional State Administrative Agencies (Finnish alue, Swedish region; namely Etelä-Suomi, Itä-Suomi, Lounais-Suomi, Länsi- ja Sisä-Suomi, Pohjois-Suomi, Lappi) plus Åland – replacing the old division of six provinces as you can see in the Detailed map of Finland. 19 regions (Finnish maakunta, Swedish landskap) (previously, 20 maakunta before 2011). The regions are divided into 72 sub-regions (Finnish seutukunta, Swedish ekonomisk region) the sub-regions are divided into 342 municipalities (Finnish kunta, Swedish kommun). Municipalities (which may also call themselves towns or cities) account for half of public spending. Spending is financed by municipal income tax, state subsidies, and other revenue.

Finland has roughly the lowest industrial electricity prices in the EU-15 (equal to France) as its shown in the Detailed map of Finland. In 2006, the energy market was around 90 terawatt hours and the peak demand around 15 gigawatts in winter. This means that the energy consumption per capita is around 7.2 tons of oil equivalent per year. Industry and construction consumed 51% of total consumption, a relatively high figure reflecting Finland industries. Finland hydrocarbon resources are limited to peat and wood. About 10–15% of the electricity is produced by hydropower, which is little compared to more mountainous Sweden or Norway. In 2008, renewable energy forms (mainly hydropower and various forms of wood energy) made high 30.5% compared to the EU average 10.3% in final energy consumption.

As of 2006, 2.4 million households reside in Finland. The average size is 2.1 persons; 40% of households consist of a single person, 32% two persons and 28% three or more persons. Residential buildings total 1.2 million and the average residential space is 38 m2 per person as its mentioned in the Detailed map of Finland. The average residential property without land costs 1,187 euro per sq metre and residential land 8.6 euro per sq metre. 74% of households had a car. There are 2.5 million cars and 0.4 million other vehicles. Around 92% have a mobile phone and 83.5% (2009) Internet connection at home. The average total household consumption was 20,000 euro, out of which housing consisted of about 5500 euro, transport about 3000 euro, food and beverages excluding alcoholic at around 2500 euro, recreation and culture at around 2000 euro. Purchasing power-adjusted average household consumption is about the same level as it is in Germany, Sweden and Italy. According to Invest in Finland, private consumption grew by 3% in 2006 and consumer trends included durables, high quality products, and spending on well-being.

Map of Northern Finland shows the North part of the country Finland. Northern Finland map will allow you to easily explore areas of the North of Finland in Northern Europe. The map of Northern Finland is downloadable in PDF, printable and free.

Northern Finland is the northernmost part of Finland. Administratively it comprises Finnish Lapland and the provinces of Kainuu and Northern Ostrobothnia as you can see in the Map of Northern Finland. The northern regions take up a vast portion of Finland: one third of the country lies north of the Arctic Circle. It is sparsely populated, with small communities often separated by long distances and little of anything in between besides tundra-like plains or dense forest. The coast of Ostrobothnia is affluent thanks to the flat and fertile farmland around; busltling Oulu is the major city, though it maintains a pleasing small-town atmosphere. Further north is the little-traipsed territory of Lapland, its wide-open spaces home to several thousand Sámi, who have lived more or less in harmony with this harsh environment for millennia.

A half-day bus ride north of Rovaniemi, Inari lies along the fringes of Inarijärvi, one of Finland largest lakes, and makes an attractive base from which to explore this part of Lapland further. In the town, the excellent Siida(Sámi Museum; June–Sept daily 9am–7pm; Sept–May Tues–Sun 10am–5pm) has an outstanding outdoor section illustrating how the Sámi survived in Arctic conditions in their tepees, or kota, while the indoor section has a well-laid-out exhibition on life in the Arctic. Saariselkä is a ski resort about the same distance (50km) from Ivalo airport as Inari, only heading south as its shown in the Map of Northern Finland. It is not Finland best ski centre but it is the easiest to access, as Rovaniemi–Inari buses stop by. South of town, try a stay at Kiilopää, a delightful complex with a hotel, hostel, cabins and a legendary woodsmoke sauna.

Rovaniemi is touted as the capital of Lapland, and while its fairly bland shopping streets are a far cry from the surrounding rural hinterland, the town Arctic sensibility makes it worth spending a day here while gearing up for an exploration of the truly wild Northern Finland. The midnight sun is visible from Rovaniemi for several weeks each side of misdummer. Oulu, with its renowned university, is a great place to pause on your way up north, with a good collection of restaurants and cafés and a pulsing nightlife. On Kirkkokatu, the copper-domed and stuccoed Tuomiokirkko seems anachronistic amid the bulky blocks of modern Oulu as its mentioned in the Map of Northern Finland. Due to its inland position, Northern Finland tends to get snow earlier than the coastal areas of Scandinavia. The Finnish Lapland generally gets the year first snow cover in October or early November. From November to April, our Northern Lights winter tour packages include a lot of snow activities.

Map of Southern Finland shows the South part of the country Finland. Southern Finland map will allow you to easily explore areas of the South of Finland in Northern Europe. The map of Southern Finland is downloadable in PDF, printable and free.

From the nation vibrant capital city to quaint port towns and pristine wilderness areas, Southern Finland is a tourist region with varied attractions. The region stretches from Finland border with Russia, along the Gulf of Finland to the Baltic Sea and out across an archipelago of 6,500-plus islands. Southern Finland is also one of the country earliest inhabited regions, making it a destination loved by history buffs as well as outdoor enthusiasts. The region heart is the Finnish capital, Helsinki. Its galleries, museums, cafés and centuries-old landmarks exude an air of sophistication and cultural vibrancy. Visit the Ateneum Art Museum and the grandiose Helsinki Cathedral as you can see in the Map of Southern Finland. Attend free festivals at Esplanade Park and tour the UNESCO-protected Soumenlinna Sea Fortress.

Dedicate time to exploring Southern Finland beguiling national parks. Hike amid the pine forests, hills and lakes of Repovesi National Park and spot myriad birdlife in Torronsuo National Park as its shown in the Map of Southern Finland. Noux National Park offers excellent hiking and camping close to Helsinki. Rent a bike and discover the quiet country roads of the coastal Uusimaa region. Island-hop around the Åaland Islands, an autonomous, Swedish-speaking archipelago located at the entrance to the Gulf of Bothnia. Worth visiting are Brändö, Kumlinge, Kökar, Sottunga and Vårdö. Reach Southern Finland by flying to Helsinki. Then travel between destinations by bike, boat, rented car and public buses. Summer temperatures are mild and enhanced by the extraordinary midnight sun. With the cold and snowy winter months come opportunities to spot the dazzling northern lights.

Southern Finland is a unique and somewhat magical destination, made up of 40,000 islands and islets scattered over a fascinating archipelago, a vibrant European capital city, colourful Scandinavian wooden houses, and thousands of lakes and dense forests as its mentioned in the Map of Southern Finland. It is a destination on the rise with a lot to offer, especially in terms of untouched arctic and subarctic nature. Though Southern Finland is not just vast expanses of pristine wilderness. “Vibrant cities offer a cutting-edge urban space with world-renowned design and music scenes. There is a spectacular ensemble of modern and stately architecture, and island restaurants” serving Nordic gastronomy. The summer months see endless days, replaced by the northern lights during winter.