Nurmes, Municipality in North Karelia, Finland
Nurmes extends across 1,854 square kilometers of terrain, containing forests, lakes, and varied landscapes along the shores of Lake Pielinen in eastern Finland.
The establishment of Nurmes as an administrative center in 1810 marked the beginning of organized settlement and development in this part of North Karelia.
The Karelian Village in Nurmes preserves regional traditions through its architecture, crafts workshops, and traditional food preparation methods from the Karelia region.
Visitors can reach Nurmes via regular train connections from Joensuu, with the railway station serving as the northern terminus for passenger services.
Finland designated Nurmes as the national Christmas Song City in 2005, leading to annual musical celebrations and concerts during the winter season.
Location: North Karelia
Inception: 1810
Shares border with: Juuka, Kuhmo, Lieksa, Rautavaara, Sotkamo
Website: https://nurmes.fi/en
GPS coordinates: 63.54444,29.13333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:54
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