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Rokua
The Rokua region, also known as the Rokuanvaara region is a region known for its moraine and dunes. The region covers parts of the Municipalities of Finland, municipalities of Muhos, Utajärvi and Vaala in the province of Oulu in Finland. The Rokuanvaara formation was formed at the end of the Wisconsin glaciation period, when fine-grain soil was washed into the region by melting waters. In 1956 the Rokua National Park was established to protect and to preserve the region. The area is a popular resort among cottagers and sorts people alike. The largest fitness center in Northern Finland, Rokua Fitness Center, is located in the Rokua region. There are also several rental cottages, as well as Hotel Rokuanhovi. The Narrow gauge Rokua railway connects the hotel and the fitness center. Geopark Rokua Geopark is a UNESCO global geopark located in north-central Finland. The park lies within the municipalities of Vaala, Muhos and Utajärvi and in between the cities of Oulu and Kajaani. Th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rokua National Park
Rokua National Park ( fi, Rokuan kansallispuisto) is a UNESCO Global Geopark in the Northern Ostrobothnia region of Finland. Location The national park is located on the southern side of the Rokuanvaara Hill, where old pine forests grow in their natural state. The park lies within the municipalities of Vaala, Muhos and Utajärvi and in between the cities of Oulu and Kajaani. Geology The bedrock of the Baltic Shield as well as Quaternary geology, Quaternary landforms are displayed within the park. Amongst the glacial landforms found in the park are: *Drumlins *Eskers *Hummocky moraines *Kettle holes *Terminal moraines Post-glacial development has left berms, ravines, dunes and peat bogs in the park area. Syvyydenkaivo Syvyydenkaivo, "the Well of the Depths", is the deepest kettle hole in Finland, with a measured depth of more than 164 feet (50 m). See also * List of national parks of Finland * Protected areas of Finland * Rokua Geopark * Rokua References External li ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |