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Mariehamn

Mariehamn

1 8.9
The capital and main port of the Åland Islands, a self-governing area of Finland in the Baltic Sea
  • proper noun
: Mariehamn
  • As the capital of the Åland Islands, Mariehamn offers a unique blend of Finnish and Swedish culture.

Examples

  • Visitors to Mariehamn can enjoy various maritime activities due to its location in the Baltic Sea.

  • Mariehamn is known for its beautiful waterfront and charming architecture.

  • It was the constable in Mariehamn.

    Fiction book (1996)

Synonyms

Maarianhamina
vsMariehamn
1 9.9

The capital city and main port of the Åland Islands in the Baltic Sea

is the same place but uses the other name form

Surface Forms

Mariehamn main

Etymology

Mariehamn comes from the Swedish name Marie and the word hamn, which means 'harbour'. So the name means 'Mary's harbour' and fits the city because it is the main port of the Åland Islands.