Ylijäjärvi

Ylijärvi is a lake located in the municipality of Sodankylä in northern Finland, within the Lapland region. The lake's name, "Ylijärvi," translates from Finnish to "Upper Lake," suggesting a possible geographical relationship with other nearby bodies of water. It is situated in a relatively sparsely populated area, characteristic of northern Lapland.

The natural environment surrounding Ylijärvi is primarily composed of boreal forests and wetlands. The lake is part of the Kemijoki river system, which is the largest river system in Finland. Ylijärvi's water is naturally clear, typical of lakes in this region, and it supports a variety of fish species, making it a destination for local anglers. The area's climate is subarctic, with long, cold winters and short, mild summers. Snow cover is significant during the winter months, and the lake typically freezes over from late autumn to late spring. The local fauna includes species adapted to the northern climate, such as various birds, small mammals, and in the surrounding forests, larger animals like reindeer and moose. The lake's exact size and depth can vary, but it is generally considered a medium-sized lake within its geographical context.