Kielestämme

Kielestämme, also known as the Kiel people, are an indigenous group of the Baltic region, primarily residing in the city of Kiel in modern-day Germany. They are part of the larger group of Baltic Finns, who are believed to have migrated from Finland to the Baltic Sea region during the Iron Age. The Kiel people have a rich cultural heritage, with their language, Kielstämska, being a dialect of Finnish that is still spoken by some members of the community. Their traditional way of life includes fishing, hunting, and gathering, with a strong emphasis on community and family. The Kiel people have faced significant challenges in recent decades, including the loss of their traditional language and the pressures of urbanization. However, efforts are being made to preserve their cultural heritage and promote their unique identity. Today, the Kiel people continue to play an important role in the cultural landscape of the Baltic region, contributing to the diversity and richness of the area's heritage.