Mehtä
Mehtä is a Finnish word that translates to "forest" or "woods" in English. It refers to the vast forested areas that cover a significant portion of Finland. Forests are a central element of Finnish culture, identity, and economy, deeply ingrained in the national psyche and way of life. Historically, forests provided essential resources for survival, including wood for shelter, fuel, and tools, as well as game and berries for sustenance.
The Finnish landscape is characterized by extensive coniferous forests, primarily pine and spruce, interspersed with deciduous