The village of Sevettij rvi can for reason be called the center of Skolt Sami in Finland. The Skolt Sami from Suonjel, or Suonikyl Lapp village, were settled in the Sevettij rvi area after the Second World War. Reindeer herding and fishing are important sources of livelihood.
Tourism is also of great significance to the village which is located along a popular tourist route.
To reach it, the fisherman also has to go to some trouble, for there is no road leading to the river. The most famous points of attraction in Sevettij rvi are the orthodox Holy Trifon Church and, in summer, the Traditions House as well as the handicrafts sales exhibits.