North Ostrobothnia

North Ostrobothnia extends across 37,149 square kilometers, featuring sandy beaches along the Gulf of Bothnia and mountain ranges in the interior landscape.

The region emerged as an administrative entity on September 1, 1997, incorporating territories formerly belonging to the historical Oulu Province until 2009.

The regional anthem 'Kymmenen Virran Maa' celebrates the land's ten rivers, while the stoat and common crane represent the regional animal and bird.

The region contains 30 municipalities, including 11 cities, with Oulu serving as the capital and main administrative center for 418,212 residents.

The Iso-Syöte and Pikku-Syöte mountains, shaped by prehistoric glaciers, rise between 400 to 800 meters above the surrounding boreal forests.

Location: Northern Finland Regional State Administrative Agency

Inception: January 1, 1994

Capital city: Oulu

Shares border with: Lapland, Kainuu, Central Ostrobothnia, Central Finland, North Savo, Karelia

Website: https://pohjois-pohjanmaa.fi

GPS coordinates: 65.00000,26.00000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:23