Oulu

Oulu (Swedish: Uleåborg) is a city in Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. It is the biggest city in the Northern Finland. The population of Oulu was about 193,000 in January 2014. It is the sixth largest city in Finland.

Oulu flag
Oulu Coat of Arms

Municipalities next to Oulu are Hailuoto, Ii, Kempele, Liminka, Lumijoki, Muhos, Pudasjärvi, Tyrnävä and Utajärvi.

There is a university in Oulu. The university is one of the largest in Finland, with over 15,000 students.

Many people work in technology firms making mobile phones, computers and software.

History
The cathedral of Oulu

Oulu was established in 1605, so it is more than 400 years old. In the old days, Oulu was famous for selling tar all over the world.

Places to visit in Oulu
The Rantakatu street by the market
  • Oulu Cathedral
  • Hupisaaret Park
  • The market and the old market hall
Gallery
  • 1800's Oulu
    1800's Oulu
  • Oulun Lyseon lukio school
    Oulun Lyseon lukio school
  • Railway station
    Railway station

Population growth
Population
Year Population
1980
121,809
1990
136,029
2000
160,851
2010
185,419

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References
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