- Finland has over 60,000 lakes and is covered in snow for 5-7 months per year. Blue and white are prominent colors in the Finnish flag representing the lakes and snow. - Finns value privacy and speaking concisely. Small talk is avoided and silence in conversations is normal. They also take pride in Finnish achievements in sports and culture. - The dominant religion is Lutheran Christianity, though most Finns hold secular views. Respecting all religious and personal views is important.