• Finland is a Scandinavian nation, often referred to as one of the Nordic countries of of Northern Europe. • Its southern region borders Russia. • Finland is a great place to visit for skiing, snowmobiles, and seeing the Northern Lights. • The capital Helsinki is a favorite place for many tourists. • You can enjoy Finland’s folk music and dance by attending a performance of the Scandinavian group called Scandinomium Music and Dance here in our Durham area.