East Finland

East Finland

East Finland is where the sun first rises within the European Union. The advantages of East Finland include modern infrastructure, unpolluted nature and the most evolved information and communication technologies in the world. East Finland comprises three provinces: Etelä (South) -Savo, North Karelia and Pohjois (North) Savo.

Some facts of East Finland area:

Area: 48 727 km2
Population: 578 864 (31.1.2006)
Shoreline: 54 727 km
Provinces: South-Savo, North-Savo and North Karelia
Shared border with Russia: 304 km
(Figures: State Provincial Office of Eastern Finland)

East Finland boasts high-tech products and a level of product development that compares with any other area in the world. It's numerous research institutes, universities and other educational institutes are characterised by their excellence are engaged in a vivid international discourse.

For geographical reasons East Finland has been a bridge between Russia and the West. Trade together with industrial and cultural co-operation has resulted in an extensive contact network. The North Karelia region is the most Eastern region in Finland (and in the European Union as well). In North Karelia one can enjoy the Karelian culture - bright, friendly people and hospitality. The centre of North Karelia is the city of Joensuu. The East Finland Film Commission is located in Joensuu.

More about North Karelia (english version available):
Regional Council of North Karelia
Karelia Expert tourist service
North Karelian servicemap

More about region of Pohjois-Savo:
http://imanager.ip-finland.com/pohjois-savo/english/

More about region of Etelä-Savo:
http://www.esavo.fi/frame/index_en.htm