Facts and Figures

Making a youth exchange, we are confronted to different cultures. So, today we went to the city to find out what Finns say about their country.

• What is the capital city of Finland? 

Helsinki

• Who is the president?

Sauli Niinistö

• What are the symbols of the country?

The anthem is "Maamme Laulu" and the white in the flag symbolise the snow or the clouds and the blue the different lakes. 

• How many people live in Finland?

5 millions 

• What's the main religion?

Lutherian

• What currency is used?

Euro

• What is the traditional food?

Mashed potatoes with sauce, mushrooms, steak and berries. 

• How do you celebrate the Easter?

By having mämmi, getting drunk and eating lamb.

• When do they have national holidays?

The June, 24th.

• When are they celebrating national day and the national day of work (Vappu) ?

National day is in 6th of December and the Vappu is in 1st of May.

• Who are the famous people?

Petri Nygård, Kimi Räikkönen and Teemu Selänne