Which one of the following countries is known as the "Land of the Thousand Lakes"?

Question

Which one of the following countries is known as the "Land of the Thousand Lakes"?

1. A. Denmark
2. B. Finland (Correct answer)
3. C. The Netherlands
4. D. Poland

Correct Answer

Option B — Finland

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Finland.

Key Points

• Finland is known as the "Land of a Thousand Lakes" (actually over 188,000 lakes), making up about 10% of its total area. Its capital is Helsinki.
• The Netherlands is known as the "Land of Windmills and Tulips," Denmark for its Vikings heritage, and Poland for its plains and forests.