Places of interest

Finland, Helsinki – Suomenlinna Fortress

Published: 10.3.2024

Suomenlinna Fortress - translated Finnish castle - was built in the 18th century literally on the porch of Helsinki, at that time not very important port city under the rule of the Swedes. It was the construction of this fortress that brought the city an influx of new inhabitants and a rapid development of infrastructure. It can therefore be said with certainty that without Suomenilnna, Helsinki would probably look completely different today.

Finland: Oulu – Fomer Glory of Tar Metropolis

Published: 3.3.2024

After another traveling across northern Finland we visit the sixth largest city of the country of thousand lakes – Oulu. The city has long history. Its golden era was in the 19th century when it became world tar production center. Thanks to this Oulu was not just a trade center, but also center of culture, education, and art.

Finland: The Pearls of the Gulf of Bothnia – Southwest Islands and the Town of Uusikaupunki

Published: 25.2.2024

Finnish national parks are considered among the most beautifulin the world. There are thousands of lakes in the southwest of the country and, in the Baltic Sea (near the coast), many islands covered of untouched nordic nature.

Finland: Kokkola – Picturesque Harbor in North Finland

Published: 18.2.2024

Today we take you to a small harbor town on the coast of Osthrobotnie. The city of Kokkola situated between Oula and Vaasa is not something that we would recommend you for an individual trip, however, if you pass by, you should stop there and see what they have.

Finland, Turku – Port City

Published: 11.2.2024

The port city of Turku is situated about 2 hours of car ride west from Helsinki. You can take direct bus at Helsinki airport terminal or you can transfer to a small plane on intra-country flight Helsinki-Turku. The city is surrounded by diverse coastline of the Baltic Sea. The River Aura also flows into the sea. Turku was founded in the end of the 13th century. However, people lived in the area as early is in the Stone Age. Soon after the city was founded, Turku cathedral (Turun tuomiokirkko) was consecrated. The cathedral is situated in the center of the city and you can access it easily by public transportation. It is one of the most popular places there.

Finland: Rovaniemi – Gate to Lapland II

Published: 4.2.2024

In the article we travel to far north and continue in our last story about Rovaniemi. However, we will not stay any longer in northern town. We will travel a few kilometers to the north. There is the place giving tourists the reason to stay in Rovaniemi. It is the home of Santa Claus – Santa Claus Village.

Finland: Rovaniemi – Gate to Lapland I

Published: 28.1.2024

You can get easily to Rovaniemi just like to other larger Finnish cities by plane. From the airport you can get to the city by regular public transportation. If you don’t mind long travelling you can get to Rovaniemi by train as well.

Finland, Lapland – Riding the Dogsled

Published: 21.1.2024

Glittering snowflakes all around, tenacious dogs, sweet-smelling cinnamon, a herd of raindeer, and long anticipated aurela borealise…

Lapland – Arktikum, Kemi Snow Castle and Ranua Wildlife Park

Published: 14.1.2024

If you visit Rovaniemi in Lapland (a town known for the Santa village) and try a ride on dog or moose pulled carriage among other snow-related activities, there are many other things to see and do.

Finland: Tampere – Industrial Metropolis Embraced by Two Lakes II

Published: 30.5.2023

In today’s article we return again to one of the most important Finnish cities. To its industrial heart, Tampere. In the last article we introduced you its atmosphere, visited the downtown, explored the most important sacral buildings and also saw the northern edge of the city that borders Lake Näsijärvi.