Finland exhibits a unique population distribution pattern characterized by urban concentration, regional disparities, and a preference for coastal and southern areas. With a relatively small population of around 5.6 million people, Finland’s land area is sparsely populated, creating distinct population dynamics.
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Examine Finland’s remarkable population shift through unique maps showing how Helsinki grew from housing 15% to 28% of Finns between 1987-2017, while northern regions adapted to maintain their share of the population in a smaller area.
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How do you divide Finland? Not just by region — but by warning signs, tree cover, and whether the sun even rises in winter.
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According to the Nature Conservancy research, just 5% of the global landmass, excluding Antarctica, is untouched by human activity.
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Märket Island is a small, unique island located in the Baltic Sea, between Sweden and Finland. The island is split in half, with its western part belonging to Sweden and its eastern part to Finland. This division is a result of a land swap agreement between Sweden and Russia (which controlled Finland) in the 19th century. Märket Island is particularly famous for its shared lighthouse, where the kitchen and living room are in Sweden, and the bedrooms are in Finland. This arrangement reflects the peaceful coexistence and cooperation between the two countries despite the island’s unusual border.
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Read MoreThe map represents the distribution of the population in Finland. A set of random points has been created within the
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