Historical Events tagged with "rovaniemi"
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Politics & Government
Rovaniemi Declares Itself a Market Town
June 27th, 1928 96 years ago
Rovaniemi, a town in Finland, became an official market town when the Rovaniemi township decree was promulgated. Through this decree, Rovaniemi seceded from its former status as part of the rural municipality. This significant change aimed to enhance local governance and economic development, allowing Rovaniemi to manage its resources better and attract more businesses. The transition took effect on January 1, 1929, marking a new chapter in the town's administration.
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