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North Karelia
North Karelia is a region in eastern Finland. It borders the regions of Kainuu, Northern Savonia, Southern Savonia and South Karelia, as well as Russia.The city of Joensuu is the capital of North Karelia.North Karelia is renowned among public health officials. In the 1960s Finland led industrialized nations in heart disease mortality rates; North Karelia had Finland's highest incidence. In 1972 a long-term project was undertaken which targeted this risk in North Karelia. The resulting improvement in public health is still considered remarkable, a model for the rest of the nation.MunicipalitiesThe region of North Karelia is made up of 13 municipalities, of which four have city status (marked in bold).Joensuu sub-region: Ilomantsi (5,693)Joensuu (74,475)Juuka (5,355)Kontiolahti (14,104)Liperi (12,288)Outokumpu (7,396)Polvijärvi (4,772) Central Karelia sub-region: Kitee (9,083)Rääkkylä (2,528)Tohmajärvi (4,975)Pielinen Karelia sub-region: Lieksa (12,568)Nurmes (8,358)Valtimo (2,438)Inspirock's itinerary builder makes planning a Finland trip simple and quick.
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Places to visit in North Karelia
Koli National ParkTrip planner
Best for: Hiking Trail, Water Body, Landmark
JoensuuTrip planner
Best for: Garden, Landmark, Specialty Museum
KoliTrip planner
Best for: Spa / Wellness, Specialty Museum, Gift & Specialty Shop
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Best for: National Park, History Museum, Military Museum
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Best for: Fishing Charter / Tour
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