Gained independence in 1917Total area 338 436 km2 Population 5,4 millionEU member since 1995Euro currency since 2002The electric current is 220 V (230 V), 50 HzLocal Time zone GMT +2 hoursFinland’s tap water is perfectly safe for drinking
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