Kainuu

Kainuu spreads across 20,197 square kilometers of land characterized by dense forests, numerous lakes, and hills reaching up to 385 meters at Iso Tuomivaara point.

The region emerged from the historical province of Ostrobothnia and underwent significant administrative changes in 2009, including the transfer of Vaala municipality to North Ostrobothnia in 2016.

The Kuhmo Chamber Music Festival and Kajaani Poetry Week represent the strong musical and literary traditions of the region, connecting to Finnish cultural figures.

The region maintains connections through Kajaani Airport, railway services, and road networks, while the capital city Kajaani functions as the main administrative center.

Kainuu's population density of 3.5 inhabitants per square kilometer makes it one of the most sparsely populated regions in Finland, comparable in size to Belgium.

Location: Northern Finland Regional State Administrative Agency

Inception: January 1, 1994

Capital city: Kajaani

Website: http://www.kainuu.fi/

Shares border with: North Karelia, North Savo, North Ostrobothnia, Karelia

Website: http://kainuu.fi

GPS coordinates: 64.50000,28.00000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:52