Kuusankoskiin

Kuusankoski is a former municipality of Finland. It was located in the region of Kymenlaakso and was part of the former province of Southern Finland. The municipality was established in 1921 and merged with the town of Kouvola in 2009.

The name Kuusankoski is derived from the rapids of the Kymi River, known as Kuusankoski. The area's history is closely tied to industry, particularly the paper and pulp industry, which was a major employer for many decades. The Kymi River has always been a vital resource for transportation and power generation.

Geographically, Kuusankoski was situated in the southern part of Finland, characterized by forests and numerous lakes, typical of the Finnish landscape. The main population center developed around the river and industrial sites.

After the merger with Kouvola, Kuusankoski became one of Kouvola's urban districts. The legacy of its industrial past is still visible in the area, though many of the old factories have been closed or repurposed. The town has since focused on developing its services and residential areas. The population of the former municipality at the time of its dissolution was around 24,000 inhabitants. Its cultural heritage and industrial history continue to be important aspects of the district's identity within the larger city of Kouvola.