Tavastia, Historical province in southern Finland
Tavastia encompasses a region north of Helsinki, containing Lake Päijänne and notable cities like Hämeenlinna, Tampere, and Lahti.
The medieval Häme Castle near Hämeenlinna formed the administrative center of Tavastia from the 13th century under Swedish rule until 1809.
The Hämäläiset people, one of Finland's original groups, maintained strong agricultural traditions through lumber production and cultivation of rye, oats, and barley.
The region spans 22,246 square kilometers and contained approximately 688,200 inhabitants before its administrative reorganization in 1997.
Tavastian dialects persist throughout the region, reflecting distinct linguistic patterns that differentiate this area from other Finnish territories.
GPS coordinates: 62.17000,24.56556
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:21
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