Southern Ostrobothnia
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South Ostrobothnia is one of the 20 regions (fi: maakunta / sv: landskap) of Finland.
Seinäjoki is the regional centre and by far the largest city in the area.
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| Region | FI194 |
| Province | Western Finland |
| Historical province | Ostrobothnia |
| Area | 13,459 km² |
| Population - Total (2002) - Density |
194,542 -/km² |
| Regional bird | Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata) |
| Regional fish | - |
| Regional flora | Fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium
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 Map highlighting the location of the Region of South Ostrobothnia |
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[edit] Historical Provinces
For History, Geography and Culture see: Ostrobothnia
[edit] Regional Council
Main article: South Ostrobothnia Regional Council
[edit] Municipalities
Main article: Municipalities of Southern Ostrobothnia
There are 26 municipalities in Southern Ostrobothnia.
[edit] Heraldry
Main article: Heraldry of Ostrobothnia
[edit] Culture
Southern Ostrobothnia has perhaps the strongest spirit of all the Finland's regions. There is a strong feeling of integrity among the people of this region.
Many people have made this region better known to the world. For example, The Dudesons and the traditional Finnish sweater Jussishirt are something people would remember when asked about Southern Ostrobothnia.
[edit] External links
- Southern Ostrobothnia - Official site
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