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    Finland’s ‘Ten Most Beautiful Landscapes’

    A Finnish nature photographer listed the most impressive Finnish landscapes.

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No sweat… sauna for beginners
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No sweat… sauna for beginners

It’s said there are enough saunas in Finland to easily accommodate all 5.5 million Finns simultaneously – there’s even one inside parliament. Be it a wood, smoke or electric, private or public, one with a glass wall overlooking a lake…

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Hymn to Cottage Life

How often do you fall asleep to the sound of silence? Heat up the lakeside sauna in the summer or get cosy in front of the fireplace in the winter, rest and revitalisation are guaranteed.

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Meet Paula – the Lighthouse Keeper

Meet Paula – the Lighthouse Keeper

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The Magical and Mythical Lapland

The Magical and Mythical Lapland

In Finnish folklore, an element of mystery is associated with Lapland, the country’s northernmost province.

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Hit the slopes – six months a year

Hit the slopes – six months a year

Regardless of what part of the country you find yourself in, a ski resort is never more than an hour or two away.

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The Northern Lights – sparked by the Fox?
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The Northern Lights – sparked by the Fox?

A near-supernatural experience that never leaves you.

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What is Finland?

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Discover Finland through four unique regions

Lapland – The North Of Finland

Lapland – The North Of Finland

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Helsinki

Helsinki

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Coastal Areas and Archipelago

Coastal Areas and Archipelago

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Seasons

No matter when you arrive, you'll never get bored

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Summer

On a fine summer day, Finns have an overwhelming urge to get outside and get out of town. During the week, when the sun is warm, they are eating lunch at a sidewalk café, sunning in the park, bicycling home…

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Autumn

Autumn

Summer ends with an explosion of colour in the forests. This is the season known as ‘ruska’, when the autumnal reds, browns and yellows are especially beautiful on the fells of Lapland. September is also a popular time for trekking…

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Winter

Winter

During January and February, there is almost always snow in northern and eastern Finland. Even if there’s little snow in Helsinki, there’s often up to a metre or more on the slopes in Lapland. The snow season in northern Finland…

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Spring

Spring

Summer is short in Finland and spring is even shorter. In southern Finland there is often snow on the ground at the beginning of April, with a few crocuses poking their heads through the bare patches. In May everything is…

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Silence, Please

Silence, Please

RETREAT TO A COTTAGE BY THE LAKE Escaping to the countryside or wilderness is a national way of relaxation. Half a million cottages ensure there’s a quiet retreat for every taste. DISCOVER THE ROOTS OF SAUNA Sauna is a place…

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Wild & Free

Wild & Free

DIP IN A HOLE IN THE ICE Yes, it’s freezing outside and yes, the water is cold! Forget all excuses and just do it – the exhilarating feeling you get after an icy dip is worth that leap of faith….

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Cultural Beat

Cultural Beat

DIG FINNISH DESIGN Linear functionality and simplistic beauty are phrases often used to describe Finnish design. From furniture and decorations to glassware and everyday tools, Finland’s designers have always been inclined to make items that work and look good. VISIT…

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