South Savo

Southern Savonia spans 17,099 square kilometers of land with numerous lakes, forests, and agricultural areas across its twelve municipalities.

The region gained its current administrative status in September 1997, integrating several municipalities under the jurisdiction of Eastern Finland Province.

Local traditions in Southern Savonia emphasize fishing practices, forest management, and agricultural methods that reflect Finnish rural lifestyle.

The regional capital Mikkeli connects to other municipalities through an extensive network of roads, making transportation accessible throughout the area.

Southern Savonia contains some of Finland's largest water systems, where lakes cover approximately 25 percent of the total regional territory.

Location: Regional State Administrative Agency for Eastern Finland

Inception: January 1, 1994

Capital city: Mikkeli

Shares border with: Päijät-Häme, Central Finland, North Savo, North Karelia, South Karelia, Kymenlaakso

Website: https://esavo.fi

GPS coordinates: 62.00000,27.50000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:59