#6
in the Networked Readiness Index, measuring ability to utilise ICT
Source: Global Information Technology Report
90%
Amount of bottles and cans recycled in Finland
Source: Palpa
2015
Helsinki Fashion Week held for the first time
Source: Helsinki Fashion Week
2005
The year Helsinki Design Week, Scandinavia's biggest design fest, was founded
1902
The year Francisco Tárrega composed the waltz that later became the Nokia ringtone
Mellunmäki
The world's northernmost metro station, in Helsinki
#1 passport
Finns can travel visa-free to 174 countries (Germans, Brits and Swedes share this honour)
Source: Visa Restrictions Index
December 24
Santa Claus arrives with the presents on Christmas Eve, not Christmas Day