Ylöjärvi, Finland (NC)

Province Region || Finland Birkania Tampere as of Density Rank || 198,780 2005 1005.9/km² 33rd
 * + Ylöjärven kaupunki
 * Founded City rights || 1350 AD 1976 AD
 * + In Ugrian Union
 * Country
 * + In Ugrian Union
 * Country
 * Country
 * Area || 197.62 km²
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Ylöjärvi is a city and municipality in the Birkania province of Finland, Ugrian Union. Adjacent municipalities clockwise from north are:


 * Sarkkila
 * Viljakkala
 * Rural municipality of Kuru
 * Aitolahti
 * Tampere
 * Nokia

History
During late Middle Ages, Ylöjärvi was split from parishes of Kuru, Pirkkala and Kyrö, while the area was part of the Duchy of Pirkka. The parish belonged to the Duchy of Ramo between 1395 and 1830 AD.

The area was predominantly rural until the 20th century. The spread of suburban growth around Tampere has since transformed the municipality into a heavily populated area.

Transportation
Ylöjärvi has seven railway stations served by commuter rail network of Tampere. The 700-series buses of Tampere regional bus network serve the municipality; also, there are internal lines.