Joroinen Explained

Joroinen
Official Name:Finnish: Joroisten kunta
Swedish: Jorois kommun
Other Name:Jorois
Nickname:Paris of the Savonia[1]
Settlement Type:Municipality
Coordinates:62.1833°N 77°W
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name: Finland
Subdivision Type1:Region
Subdivision Name1:North Savo[2]
Subdivision Type2:Sub-region
Subdivision Name2:Varkaus
Leader Title:Municipality manager
Leader Name:Joonas Hänninen
Established Title:Charter
Established Date:1631
Timezone:EET
Utc Offset:+02:00
Timezone Dst:EEST
Utc Offset Dst:+03:00

Joroinen is a municipality in the North Savo region of Finland. It is located in the province of Eastern Finland and is part of the Northern Savonia sub-region. The municipality has a population of approximately 4,626 people and covers an area of 982 square kilometers.

Joroinen was first mentioned in historical records in 1388, when it was part of the Kingdom of Sweden. In the 16th century, the area was briefly annexed by Russia before being returned to Sweden. During the 18th century, Joroinen became part of the autonomous Grand Duchy of Finland, which was a satellite state of the Russian Empire.

Joroinen is known for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for tourists who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and skiing. The municipality is home to several lakes, including Lake Joroinen and Lake Konnevesi, which are popular destinations for boating and swimming. In the winter, the area is covered in snow and is ideal for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Joroinen is also home to several cultural attractions. The Joroinen Museum, which is located in the center of the municipality, offers visitors a glimpse into the history and culture of the area. The museum features exhibits on the local history, including the history of Joroinen's lakes and forests, as well as traditional crafts and folk art from the region.

The municipality of Joroinen is governed by a local council, which is elected every four years. The council is responsible for the administration of local services, such as education, healthcare, and social services.

Some villages

Historic manor houses of the area

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International relations

See also: List of twin towns and sister cities in Finland.

Twin towns — sister cities

Joroinen is twinned with:

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Notes and References

  1. News: Nykänen. Helmi. Joroisissa on itsetunto kohdillaan: "Savon Pariisi on aika korskean komea titteli omittavaksi". Yle Uutiset. fi.
  2. Web site: Government decided on division into regions . 1 Jan 2021.
  3. Web site: Herrasväen asuinpaikat - Eteläsavon kartanot ja kartanoiksi kutsutut. kirjasto.mikkeli.fi.