Posio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Posio
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Municipality
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| Posion kunta Posio kommun |
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Ice wall at Korouoma
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Location of Posio in Finland
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| Country |  Finland |
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| Region | Lapland | |
| Sub-region | Eastern Lapland | |
| Charter | 1926 | |
| Seat | Ahola | |
| Area
(2018-01-01)
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| • Total | 3,544.90 km2 (1,368.69 sq mi) | |
| • Land | 3,039.68 km2 (1,173.63 sq mi) | |
| • Water | 506.14 km2 (195.42 sq mi) | |
| Area rank | 16th largest in Finland | |
| Population
(2023-12-31)
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| • Total | 2,923 | |
| • Rank | 220th largest in Finland | |
| • Density | 0.96/km2 (2.5/sq mi) | |
| Population by native language | ||
| • Finnish | 97.7% (official) | |
| • Swedish | 0.1% | |
| • Others | 2.2% | |
| Population by age | ||
| • 0 to 14 | 8.3% | |
| • 15 to 64 | 50.5% | |
| • 65 or older | 41.2% | |
| Time zone | UTC+02:00 (EET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+03:00 (EEST) | |
Posio is a special kind of town in Finland called a municipality. It is located far north in a region known as Lapland. Posio has a population of about 2,923 people. This number was last updated on 31 December 2023.
The municipality covers a large area of about 3,544.90 square kilometres (1,368.69 sq mi). A big part of this area, about 506.14 km2 (195.42 sq mi), is covered by water. This means there are many lakes and rivers! The population density is quite low, meaning there aren't many people living in each square kilometer.
Posio shares its borders with several other municipalities. These include Rovaniemi, Kemijärvi, Ranua, Salla, Kuusamo, Taivalkoski, and Pudasjärvi. The main language spoken in Posio is Finnish.
The biggest employers in Posio are the municipality itself, which provides public services. Another important employer is Pentik, a famous company that makes pottery and home decor. Farming, especially dairy farming, is also a key part of the local economy. A major road, the European route E63, passes through the northeastern part of Posio.
One of the most interesting places in Posio is the Korouoma canyon and nature reserve. It's known for its stunning ice walls in winter. About 8 kilometers north of Posio's center, there's even a tiny "microstate" called Valtio. It was started by a person named Ari Peltonen in 2006.
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Fun Things to See and Do in Posio
Posio is a great place to visit with lots of natural beauty and interesting spots.
Nature and Outdoor Adventures
- Pentik-mäki Culture Centre: This is a special place where you can learn about the local culture and see beautiful designs.
- Riisitunturi National Park: A wonderful national park perfect for hiking and enjoying the wild nature of Lapland.
- Korouoma Nature Reserve: This reserve is famous for its deep canyon and amazing frozen waterfalls in winter. It's a popular spot for ice climbing!
- Lakes Kitkajärvi and Livojärvi: These lakes have very clear waters and are perfect for fishing, boating, or just relaxing by the shore. You can find many outdoor activities in Posio, like exploring the forests and lakes.
Pentik Ceramics Factory
Posio is home to the world's northernmost ceramics factory. This factory belongs to the Pentik Oy interior design company. It was started in 1971 by Anu and Topi Pentikäinen. They create beautiful pottery and home items.
Local Events and Festivals
Posio hosts several fun events throughout the year:
- Posio Fair: A local fair where people gather to celebrate and enjoy community activities.
- Teatterihelinät: This is an amateur theatre event where local actors put on plays.
- Traditional Fish Fair Market (Muikkumarkkinat): Held in July, this market celebrates fish, especially vendace (muikku), which is a popular local fish.
Notable People from Posio
Posio is the birthplace of some talented individuals:
- Kaarlo Maaninka (born 1953): A famous Finnish long-distance runner.
- Soile Isokoski (born 1957): A well-known Finnish opera singer, specifically a lyric soprano.
- Sini Karjalainen (born 1999): A Finnish hockey player.
See also
In Spanish: Posio para niños
Ala-Suolijärvi
