sisämaalaiset
Sisämaalaiset is a Finnish term that historically referred to people who lived in the interior of the country, as opposed to those living on the coast or in the archipelago. The distinction was significant in terms of lifestyle, economy, and often culture. Coastal dwellers were typically involved in fishing, seafaring, and trade, while those in the interior relied more on agriculture, forestry, and hunting. This geographical and economic divide influenced settlement patterns, dialects, and even social structures.
The term "sisämaalaiset" is less frequently used in contemporary Finland, as the distinctions between different regions