An autonomous and demilitarised region of Finland, at the entrance to the Gulf of Bothnia in the Baltic Sea.
The Åland Islands are located in the Baltic Sea between Finland and Sweden. They have a unique cultural identity with Swedish as the official language ...
Longitude: 19.9
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Latitude: 39.04372
Longitude: -77.48749
Home country: United States
Distance to Åland Islands:
6,698.104 km
Terrain:
The surface of the islands is generally rocky and the soil thin due to glacial stripping at the end of the most recent ice age. The islands also contain many meadows that are home to many different kinds of insects, such as the Glanville fritillary butterfly.
Natural Resources:
Abundant fish stocks from the Baltic Sea, fertile agricultural land for grains and vegetables, forests providing timber and firewood, and granite and limestone deposits from stone quarries.
Industries:
The strategic location in the Baltic Sea makes shipping a significant industry, while its natural beauty and cultural heritage attract numerous tourists. Farming, particularly dairy farming, and food processing are also important to the local economy. Additionally, the banking sector plays a key role in the economic activities of Åland.
Population: 29,458
Ninety percent of the population live on Fasta Åland, the largest island in the archipelago, which is also the site of the capital town of Mariehamn.
Area: 1,580 km2
slightly smaller than the state of Rhode Island
The Åland archipelago includes nearly three hundred habitable islands, of which about 60-80 are inhabited; the remainder are merely some 6,200 skerries and desolate rocks.
| Code | Language |
|---|---|
| swe | Swedish |
Most inhabitants speak Swedish (the sole official language) as their first language: 86% in 2021, while less than 5% spoke Finnish
| Code | Currency | Symbol |
|---|---|---|
| EUR | Euro | € |
Capital City: Mariehamn
Local time: Thursday, December 11 at 5:40 pm (GMT+02:00)
The flag of Åland is a blue field with a yellow Scandinavian cross, overlaid by a red cross.
Bordering Countries
Åland Islands has no bordering countries.
Visiting Åland Islands
You're in for a treat! Åland Islands is a fascinating place to explore, especially from May to September. Here's what you could encounter:
- Beautiful archipelago with stunning landscapes
- Rich maritime history and heritage
- Outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking
- Harsh winter weather conditions
- Limited daylight in winter months
- High cost of living and travel
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- Aland cuisine features fish, potatoes, and dairy products.
- Popular dishes include Åland pancake and fish soup.
- Seasonal berries are widely enjoyed.
- Visit the Kastelholm Castle
- Explore the Åland Maritime Museum
- Hike in the Bomarsund Fortress
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