Southern Savonia is a region (maakunta / landskap) in the south-east of Finland. It borders to the regions Northern Savonia, North Karelia, South Karelia, Kymenlaakso, Päijänne Tavastia, and Central Finland.

Southern Savonia is located in the heart of the Finnish lake district, and is perhaps best known for Lake Saimaa. The two major towns in the region are Mikkeli and Savonlinna.

Historical Provinces

For History, Geography and Culture see: Savonia

Regional Council

Main article: Southern Savonia Regional Council

Municipalities

Main article: Municipalities of Southern Savonia

Southern Savonia includes 20 municipalities listed below (towns marked in bold).

Heraldry

Main article: Heraldry of Savonia

External links

• Southern Savonia - Official site