Turku

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Turku

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Turku is a historic city located on the southwestern coast of Finland at the mouth of the River Aura. It served as the capital of the Grand Duchy of Finland under the Russian Empire before the seat of government moved to Helsinki. The city is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and is often referred to as the Paris of Finland.

Statistics

Area

245.63 km²

Population

206,420

Location