Kajaani

Region: Kainuu | Founded 1651 | Population: ~34,000 in town, ~35,000 region

Town Highlights

• Regional capital of Kainuu, historic tar & paper industry centre
• Site of Kajaani Castle ruins and Kainuu Museum
• Home to EU’s LUMI supercomputer and dynamic cultural events

Nature & Climate

Surrounded by Oulujärvi and Oulujoki River, boreal forests, lakes and nature reserves.

Fun Facts

• Founded in March 1651 by Per Brahe
• Hosts Kajaanin Runoviikko poetry week and Kainuun JazzKevät