Satakunta (region) - Definition and Overview

Satakunta is a region (maakunta / landskap) of Finland. It borders the regions of Finland Proper, Tavastia Proper, Pirkanmaa, Southern Ostrobothnia and Ostrobothnia.

Satakunnan maakunta Satakunda landskap Region FI191 Province Western Finland Historical province Satakunda Area 8,289 km² Population  - Total (-)  - Density 235,416 28.4/km² Regional bird Blue Tit Regional fish River lamprey Regional flora tyrni

Map highlighting the location of the Region of Satakunta

Historical province

For History, Geography and Culture see: Satakunda

Regional Council

Main article: Satakunta Regional Council

Municipalities

Main article: Municipalities of Satakunta

Heraldry

Main article: Heraldry of Satakunta

The region of Satakunta uses the coat of arms of the historical province of Satakunta, without alterations.

External links

• Regional Council of Satakunta (http://www.satakunta.fi/inenglish/)