Ruotsinpyhtää

Ruotsinpyhtää is a former municipality in Finland, located in the Kymenlaakso region. It was established in 1743 as part of the Swedish Empire, hence its name which translates to "Sweden's pyhtää" (pyhtää being a historical term for a town or borough). The municipality was part of the larger Pyhtää parish. In 2009, Ruotsinpyhtää was merged with the neighboring municipalities of Elimäki, Anjalankoski, and Virolahti to form the new municipality of Kouvola.

The area of Ruotsinpyhtää was historically known for its agricultural lands and forests. The development of the region was influenced by its proximity to the border with Russia and its role in regional trade. The municipality's administrative center was the village of Ruotsinpyhtää, which featured a church and local services.

Throughout its history, Ruotsinpyhtää maintained a rural character. Its population was relatively small, and the economy was primarily based on agriculture and forestry. The cultural heritage of Ruotsinpyhtää reflects the blend of Swedish and Finnish influences characteristic of the region. After the merger into Kouvola, the former area of Ruotsinpyhtää continues to be a part of the larger municipality, retaining its distinctive local identity and landscape. The legacy of Ruotsinpyhtää is now preserved within the history of Kouvola.