North Savo

North Savo extends across 20,366 square kilometers of land, containing numerous lakes, forests, and 19 municipalities with Kuopio as its capital city.

The region underwent multiple administrative transformations, shifting from Kymmenegård and Nyslott County through various configurations until establishing its current structure.

The regional specialties include Kalakukko, a traditional pie combining fish and bacon, while the moose represents the official regional mammal.

The region maintains connections through road and rail networks, with the University of Eastern Finland's Kuopio Campus serving as a major educational center.

North Savo contains part of Finland's largest lake district, featuring the Black-throated Diver as its regional bird and the Vendace as its regional fish.

Location: Regional State Administrative Agency for Eastern Finland

Capital city: Kuopio

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

Website: http://pohjois-savo.fi

GPS coordinates: 63.00000,27.00000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:00