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Hamina (Swedish: Fredrikshamn) is a town in Kymenlaakso, Finland. As of 31 May 2013, 21,252 people lived there. Nearby municipalities are Kotka, Kouvola, Luumäki, Miehikkälä and Virolahti. Writer Laila Hietamies wrote a book about Hamina.

The town plan of Hamina differs from what is usual in Finland. It is rare in other countries too. Another town with a similar plan is Palmanova, in Italy.

A local museum is located on the island of Tammio, near to the town.

History

Hamina was established 1653. In writing, it was mentioned as a trading centre in the 1300s.

Images for kids

  • Fredrikshamn 1720

    Plan of the Fredrikshamn fortress town (1723) by Axel Löwen

  • Hamina Ortho6 s

    The orthodox church of Peter and Paul

  • Hamina aerial 2014

    Aerial view of the town

  • Keskusbastioni jossa 58 varastokasemattia

    Central bastion of the fortress

  • Haminan kaupunginmuseo

    The town museum

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Hamina para niños

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