Kotka

Kotka is the southeasternmost major city in Finland, an important port at the mouth of the Kymi river. It is part of the region. The port town heritage and associated folklore is central for its identity.
  • Locality with 51,200 residents
  • …lies at an elevation of 2 metres (7 feet)
  • …is also known as “285”

Places of Interest

Highlights include Riverside Park and Kymi railway station.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Karhula and Helilä.
Kotka is the southeasternmost major city in Finland…

Kotka

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Latitude
60.5204° or 60° 31′ 13″ north
Longitude
26.9144° or 26° 54′ 52″ east
Open location code
9GG8GWC7+5Q
Geo­Names ID

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In Other Languages

From Finnish to Swedish—“Kotka” goes by many names.
  • Finnish: “Kotka”
  • Finnish: “Kotkan Kaupunki”
  • Swedish: “Kotka”

Places with the Same Name

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Localities in the Area

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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Äijönvuori and Tampsa.

Kymenlaakso: Highlights

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