Päijät-Häme
Päijät-Häme (; ) is a region in Southern Finland south of the lake Päijänne. It borders the regions of Uusimaa, Kanta-Häme, Pirkanmaa, Central Finland, South Savo and Kymenlaakso. The biggest city in the region is Lahti.
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Päijät-Häme is a region in Southern Finland located south of Lake Päijänne, bordered by six other Finnish regions. Lahti is the largest city in the area and serves as its main urban center.
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- Päijät-Häme
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- Päijänne Tavastia
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- Region of Päijät-Häme
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- 75px
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- 150px
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- Päijät-Häme on a map of Finland
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Päijät-Häme (; ) is a region in Southern Finland south of the lake Päijänne. It borders the regions of Uusimaa, Kanta-Häme, Pirkanmaa, Central Finland, South Savo and Kymenlaakso. The biggest city in the region is Lahti.
Päijät-Häme boasts a landscape shaped by two key features. Finland's second-largest, Lake Päijänne, dominates the region, offering a vast freshwater expanse and a vital transportation route. The Salpausselkä ridge, a glacial remnant, adds a touch of elevation and scenic variation. Beyond these, Päijät-Häme features extensive coniferous forests. Rolling hills provide scenic views, while numerous smaller lakes and rivers create a network of waterways.