myyteitä

Myyteitä, also known as Myyteit, is a small village located in the municipality of Kittilä, Finland. The village is situated in the northern part of the country, within the Lapland region. Myyteitä is primarily inhabited by the Sami people, who have a rich cultural heritage and traditional way of life. The village is known for its reindeer herding, which is a significant part of the local economy and culture. The Sami people in Myyteitä practice their traditional reindeer herding techniques, which include moving the herds between summer and winter pastures to ensure the availability of food and shelter for the animals. The village also has a small school and a community center, which provide educational and social services to the residents. Myyteitä is connected to the rest of Finland by a network of roads and has a small airport, which facilitates transportation and communication with other parts of the country. The village is also home to several cultural events and festivals, which celebrate the Sami heritage and traditions. Despite its small size, Myyteitä plays an important role in preserving and promoting the Sami culture and way of life in Finland.