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Northern Ostrobothnia — Discover Its Rich, Distinctive Culture and Nature

Northern Ostrobothnia

Discover Its Rich, Distinctive Culture and Nature

Kuvaus

Northern Ostrobothnia is a vast province with a highly diverse natural landscape, stretching from the flat coastal areas of the Bothnian Bay to the magnificent hills of Koillismaa. The diversity of the region is reflected in both its cultural traditions and its natural environment.
Northern Ostrobothnia is particularly rich in birdlife, as it lies at the meeting point of the distribution ranges of eastern, western, northern, and southern bird species. Another special richness of the region is its extensive and diverse mire and wetland areas, as well as its numerous rivers with roaring rapids.
This book introduces Northern Ostrobothnia, its history, and the distinctive features of its culture and nature, offering readers an overview of the region and its many interesting sights and attractions.