Kanta-Häme facts for kids
Kanta-Häme is a beautiful region in Finland. It is located in the southern part of the country. This area is known for its many lakes, just like the famous Finnish Lakelands. Kanta-Häme shares borders with other regions. These include Uusimaa, Päijänne Tavastia, Pirkanmaa, and Southwest Finland.
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Exploring Nature in Kanta-Häme
Kanta-Häme is home to amazing natural places. You can find two national parks here. These are Torronsuo National Park and Liesjärvi National Park. Both parks are close to the town of Tammela. These areas are perfect for exploring Finland's beautiful forests and wetlands. They offer great opportunities for hiking and enjoying nature.
Towns and Cities of Kanta-Häme
A municipality is like a local government area. Kanta-Häme has several municipalities. Some of these are larger cities, while others are smaller towns. Here are the municipalities in Kanta-Häme. The cities are shown in bold:
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Kanta-Häme has changed over the years. The chart below shows how the number of people living in the region has grown. It shows the population from 1980 to 2010.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1980 |
155,348
|
| 1985 |
157,901
|
| 1990 |
162,248
|
| 1995 |
164,937
|
| 2001 |
165,307
|
| 2005 |
168,381
|
| 2010 |
174,555
|
Traditional Food
Kanta-Häme has some unique traditional foods. These foods are part of the region's culture.
- Lammin sahti: This is a traditional Finnish farmhouse ale. It is a special type of beer.
- Mämmi: This is a traditional Finnish dessert. It is made from rye flour and malt. People usually eat it at Easter time.
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The Eurasian lynx (Lynx lynx) is a regional animal of Tavastia Proper.
See also
In Spanish: Región de Tavastia Propia para niños
