Finland is a European country located in the Northern part of the continent. It is bordered by Sweden to the West, Norway to the North, and Russia to the East. A few interesting facts about Finland include that it is the 8th largest country in Europe, and that Finnish people are the happiest people in the world according to a UN report. 

The main reasons to visit Finland are to see the amazing natural scenery and to experience the unique culture. Finland is known for its beautiful lakes and forests, and there are also many interesting museums and architecturally significant buildings to see. Finnish culture is unique in many ways, and one of the most noticeable is the importance placed on personal space and silence. 

Finnish cuisine is mostly made up of simple, fresh ingredients. Fish and potatoes are common, as are various types of berries. A few examples of Finnish dishes include salmon soup, mashed potatoes with gravy, and strawberry rhubarb pie.

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Museum ship Pommern docked at Mariehamn, <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/%C3%85land" title="Åland">Åland</a>, Finland.

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