PäijätHäme
Päijät-Häme is one of Finland's 19 regions (maakunnat), located in southern Finland. The region is centered around Lake Päijänne and includes both urban and rural areas. The regional capital is Lahti.
Geography and settlement: The landscape comprises lakes, forests and agricultural lands. Lahti is the largest city
Economy and infrastructure: The region has a diverse economy with services, manufacturing and wood-related industries. Lahti
Culture and education: The region hosts cultural institutions, museums and theatres, and hosts sporting events, notably
Governance and demography: The region is administered by the Päijät-Hämeen maakuntaliitto, which coordinates regional planning and