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Yyterin Harju is a geological formation consisting of a coastal esker and an adjacent sand dune system located near the city of Pori in the Satakunta region of Finland. The esker ridge extends directly into the Baltic Sea, backing the expansive Yyteri beach. The area comprises one of Finland's largest and most distinct coastal dune complexes, shaped by glacial retreat and subsequent wind and wave action. The environment supports specific dune vegetation and serves as a notable site for geological and ecological study.
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What is Yyterin Harju?
Yyterin Harju is a coastal esker and adjacent sand-dune system near Pori in Finland's Satakunta region. The ridge runs toward the Baltic Sea behind the broad Yyteri beach.
Where is Yyterin Harju located?
It is near the city of Pori on Finland's western coast. The formation is part of the Yyteri coastal landscape beside the Baltic Sea.
Is Yyterin Harju the same thing as Yyteri beach?
No. Yyterin Harju is the geological ridge and dune system, while Yyteri beach is the broad sandy shoreline beside it.
How did Yyterin Harju form?
The esker began as glacially deposited material, while wind later shaped nearby sand into coastal dunes. Its position extending toward the Baltic Sea gives the formation its distinctive coastal character.
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