The Region of North Karelia is a region (maakunta / landskap) in eastern Finland. It borders to the regions of Kainuu, Northern Savonia, Southern Savonia, South Karelia and to Russia.
The city of Joensuu is the centre of the North Karelia region.
The Regions of North and South Karelia lie in Finland and the Karelian Republic in Russia. The Karelian Isthmus is part of the Leningrad Oblast.
Historical province
For History, Geography and Culture see: Karelia
Regional Council
Main article: North Karelia Regional Council
Municipalities
Main article: Municipalities of North Karelia
North Karelia is divided into 19 municipalities.
Heraldry
Main article: Heraldry of Karelia
The coat of arms of North Karelia is composed of the arms of Karelia.
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