Finnish national symbols

Finnish national symbols are natural symbols or Finnish national works and prominent figures that are commonly associated with Finland. The most recognized national symbols include the flag of Finland and the lion featured on the Finnish coat of arms.

National symbols

Type Symbol Image
National flag Finnish flag
Coat of arms Finnish coat of Arms
National epic Kalevala
National anthem Maamme
National day Finnish independence day
National food Rye bread
National instrument Kantele
National personification The Maiden of Finland
National shrine Turku Cathedral (unofficial)
National sport Pesäpallo ("Finnish baseball")

National symbols from nature

Stamp featuring the brown bear, the national animal.
Type Symbol Image
National animal Brown bear
National horse Finnhorse
National insect Seven-spot ladybird
National fish European perch
Floral emblem Lily of the valley
National stone Granite
National dog Finnish Spitz
National bird Whooper swan
National butterfly Holly blue
National tree Silver Birch

Prominent national figures

Figure Name Image
National saint Bishop Henry
National poet J. L. Runeberg and Eino Leino
National philosopher J. V. Snellman
National writer Aleksis Kivi
National composer Jean Sibelius
National artist Akseli Gallen-Kallela
National architect and designer Alvar Aalto
National athlete Paavo Nurmi

See also


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