In today's world, Fennoscandia has become a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide spectrum of society. Whether due to its impact on culture, economics, politics or science, Fennoscandia has managed to capture the attention of millions of people around the world. Its influence extends to different areas and its study and understanding have become fundamental to understanding current dynamics. In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of Fennoscandia, exploring its different facets and analyzing its importance in contemporary society.
Its name comes from the Latin words Fennia (Finland) and Scandia (Scandinavia). The term was first used by the Finnish geologist Wilhelm Ramsay in 1898.
Geologically, the area is distinct because its bedrock is Archeangranite and gneiss with very little limestone, in contrast to adjacent areas in Europe.
The similar term Fenno-Scandinavia is sometimes used for Fennoscandia. Both terms are sometimes used in English to refer to a cultural or political grouping of Finland with Sweden, Norway and Denmark (the latter country is closely connected culturally and politically, but is not part of the Fennoscandian Peninsula), which is a subset of the Nordic countries.
Sápmi – Cultural region traditionally inhabited by the Sami people
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^Cummings, Vicki; Jordan, Peter; Zvelebil, Marek, eds. (2014). The Oxford Handbook of the Archaeology and Anthropology of Hunter-Gatherers. Oxford; New York: Oxford University Press. p. 838.