In this article we will explore Rantasalmi from different perspectives, addressing its importance, its effects and its influence on today's society. Rantasalmi is a topic that has captured the interest of researchers, professionals and the general public, due to its impact on our lives. From its origin to its evolution today, Rantasalmi has been the subject of debate and reflection in various areas, being considered a key element in understanding the contemporary world. Through this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of Rantasalmi, analyzing its various facets and its role in the current context.
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Rantasalmi | |
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Municipality | |
Rantasalmen kunta Rantasalmi kommun | |
Coordinates: 62°04′N 028°18′E / 62.067°N 28.300°E | |
Country | Finland |
Region | Southern Savonia |
Sub-region | Pieksämäki sub-region |
Charter | 1578 |
Government | |
• Municipal manager | Kristiina Järvenpää |
Area | |
• Total | 925.20 km2 (357.22 sq mi) |
• Land | 559.53 km2 (216.04 sq mi) |
• Water | 366.61 km2 (141.55 sq mi) |
• Rank | 153rd largest in Finland |
Population | |
• Total | 3,295 |
• Rank | 208th largest in Finland |
• Density | 5.89/km2 (15.3/sq mi) |
Population by native language | |
• Finnish | 95.6% (official) |
• Swedish | 0.2% |
• Others | 4.2% |
Population by age | |
• 0 to 14 | 11.4% |
• 15 to 64 | 53% |
• 65 or older | 35.6% |
Time zone | UTC+02:00 (EET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+03:00 (EEST) |
Website | www.rantasalmi.fi |
Rantasalmi is a municipality of Finland. It is located in the Southern Savonia region, 43 kilometres (27 mi) northwest of Savonlinna and 92 kilometres (57 mi) northeast of Mikkeli. The municipality has a population of 3,295 (31 December 2023) and covers an area of 925.20 square kilometres (357.22 sq mi) of which 366.61 km2 (141.55 sq mi) is water. The population density is 5.89 inhabitants per square kilometre (15.3/sq mi).
Neighbouring municipalities are Joroinen, Juva, Savonlinna, Sulkava and Varkaus.
The municipality is unilingually Finnish.
Asikkala, Osikonmäki, Putkisalo, Rantasalo, Torasalo, Tornioniemi, Tuusmäki and Vaahersalo.
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