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What does Helsinki mean in English?
The name "Helsinki" does not have a direct English translation, as it is derived from the Swedish name "Helsingfors." The origin of "Helsingfors" is believed to come from the name of the river "Helsinge," which was named after the region of Hälsingland in Sweden. In a broader sense, Helsinki refers to the capital city of Finland, known for its unique architecture and vibrant culture.
What county is helsinki located in?
Helsinki is the capital of Finland. It is also known by the city's Swedish name, Helsingfors, but this uncommon nowadays. Note that the stress is on the first syllable: HEL-sinki, not hel-SIN-ki.
What languages are spoken in Helsinki Finland?
Helsinki is the capital of Finland. The main language spoken there is Finnish.
Who declared Helsinki capital of Finland?
Czar Alexander I of Russia moved the capital from Turku to Helsinki to reduce Swedish influence in Finland.
What is the capital all of Finland?
The capital of Finland is Helsinki, or Helsingfors in Swedish, Finland's second national language.Helsinki
What was the first capital of Finland?
The first capital of Finland was Turku, then Helsinki.
Are people of Helsinki called nors?
Nope. Helsinki is the world's northernmost metro area of over one million people, so you could call the people of Helsinki 'Nordic'. One who lives in Helsinki (Helsingfors) is called in Finnish "helsinkiläinen" and in Swedish "helsingforsare".
What is the name of Helsinki's largest airport?
Helsinki Airport.
What is the name of Swedish currency?
The name of Swedish currency is the Swedish Krona (SEK).
Is the name Besau Swedish?
No, it isn't Swedish.
What is the nationality of the name Bergstrom?
Bergstrom is Swedish. Berg is the Swedish word for mountain and strom (ström) is the Swedish word for stream.
Where is the band Finntroll from?
Finntroll is originally from Helsinki, Finland. The band is known for their folk metal music and most of their lyrics are written and performed in Swedish.
