The flag of Finland
The blue cross represents the country's lakes and sky; the white, its snow.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Helsinki
- Region
- Northern Europe
- Currency
- Euro
- Population
- 5,646,436
The flag of Finland is one of the most recognisable national symbols in Europe. The blue cross represents the country's lakes and sky; the white, its snow.
The flag of Finland
The blue cross represents the country's lakes and sky; the white, its snow. A flag tells the story of a nation — its history, its values and its people.
Capital and location
Helsinki is the capital of Finland, in Northern Europe, part of Europe.
Currency
The official currency of Finland is the Euro (EUR).
People
Finland is home to around 5,646,436 people.
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