Fun and festivities in Finland - celebrations, festivals and cultural events

When it comes to mention the most popular places of interest in Finland, the first destination that comes to mind is Helsinki. The Senate Square is …
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The national cuisine of Finland can be called endemic: majority of its dishes cannot be tried in any other country. Traditional Finnish meal is food …
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Fantastic City Tours and Excursions in Finland
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Attractions and entertainment in top cities of Finland
There are many nightclubs and discos in the city. Here absolutely every traveller will find a place to rest that will fit his/her taste perfectly. Kaarle XII is the oldest nightclub of the city. It was opened in 1976. The club will attract fans of various musical styles. Gourmet visitors will also like it, because next to the club is opened a great restaurant with the same title. Club Helsinki is located in the shopping district of the city. Technical equipment of the club deserves the highest … Read more

A favorite holiday destination among visitors of the city is a picturesque Pyynikki Park. It is perfect for a relaxing stroll, picnic and sports activities. There is a beautiful old tower in the park; its top is equipped with a beautiful viewing platform. Park is located along the coast, so in warmer months many tourists prefer to sunbathe on the beach right there. A visit to local wineries would be a nice addition to the vacation; Teiskon Viini remains one of the most visited places. A … Read more

A must-visit for curious tourists is Oulu's research center called Tietomaa. This amazing family-friendly science museum is the largest of its kind in Finland. It has collected about 200 interactive exhibits, which can all be tried out and played with. The Tietomaa Science Centre is very popular with traveling families. Its visitors have a chance to find out about the latest discoveries in science, as well as sports and natural phenomena. The most extraordinary are virtual reality rooms where … Read more

In the warm season, one of the favorite entertainments of visitors to Lahti is watching musical fountains. They are equipped right on the lake near the harbor. Every evening, they arrange a spectacular light and music show with the fountains. It usually lasts about 20 minutes and is accompanied by classic and modern melodies. A unique city attraction is Kariniemi Park, it is very large and occupies an area of about 20 hectares. Rare trees and other plants grow on the territory of this … Read more

Speaking of natural things, we should definitely mention the lovely Ranua Zoo. This picturesque corner of nature became home to hundreds of animals and birds; some of the most curious of its inhabitants are owls. The zoo occupies quite a vast area and has a very natural and comfortable design. One of the most attractive holiday destinations for travelers with children is Levy, where there is Kid's Land amusement center. There are very interesting games and educational activities for younger … Read more
