Kolari

Kolari is a municipality in Finland, located in the Lapland region in the far north of the country. The administrative center and largest village is Kolari. The municipality sits in western Lapland and includes parts of the Ylläs ski resort area, with the popular villages of Äkäslompolo and surrounding fell landscapes nearby. The landscape features forests, fells, rivers and lakes, making it a destination for winter sports and nature tourism.

Economy and demographics: Kolari is sparsely populated with a low population density. The municipality is unilingually Finnish. The local economy relies heavily on tourism, particularly winter tourism connected to Ylläs, along with forestry and public services. Seasonal variations influence employment and services in the area.

Climate and environment: Kolari experiences a subarctic climate, with long winters and relatively short summers. The region offers opportunities for cross-country and downhill skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. The area is known for clear night skies in winter, providing opportunities to observe the Northern Lights.

Transportation and access: The area is served by regional road connections and is a common destination for visitors traveling to the Ylläs region from other parts of Finland. The municipality acts as a gateway to outdoor recreation in western Lapland during both winter and summer seasons.

See also: Ylläs, Äkäslompolo.