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By: Connie Emerson
Although Helsinki is great for shopping, Tampere, Turku, historic villages and communities everywhere offer made-in-Finland souvenirs and bring-home gifts to treasure. more...
By: Connie Emerson
Glasswear created by Alvar Aalto, clothes designed by Raija Medler and Titvi Ikaheimo, Marimekko handbags and other world-famous Finnish products star in Helsinki shops. more...
Finland’s Christmas Craft Markets
By: Stillman Rogers
Helsinki's pre-holiday markets bring the best of Nordic art, crafts and world-class Finnish design together in an exciting city that knows how to enjoy winter. more...
Naked Saunas in Helsinki, Finland
By: David Whitley
For Finns, it's traditional to strip off and sit in a hot, sweaty room with members of the same sex without any clothes on. In the capital city, skinny dipping is in. more...
By: Connie Emerson
Turku makes it easy to learn about the early days. Maps are available and the
Luostarinmaki Handcrafts Museum is a veritable show-and-tell place.
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By: Connie Emerson
An hour's drive from Helsinki, 14th century Porvoo is a photographers' delight with its cathedral, Town Hall, medieval architecture and cobbled lanes with flower borders more...
Finland's Favorite Medieval City
By: Connie Emerson
The city's Old Town, Moomin Theme Park, Luonnonmaa Island, the Naantali Music Festival, Sleephead Days and steamer trip from Turku attract tourists from around the world more...
A day in the life of a midsummer celebration in Finland and Sweden - one of the most important holidays of the year and one with strong traditions. more...
On alternating days, men and women sauna and swim naked in Urjönkadun Uimahalli, a 1920s art deco public bath house in the heart of the Finnish capital. more...
The 5-12 May brings the Eurovision song contest along with a Finnish cultural and musical extravaganza to Helsinki's streets. more...
Swedish speaking Fiskars, Finland is home to a converted iron works, art galleries, and a nice spot for an afternoon picnic, bike ride, or browsing at an outdoor market. more...
Art Museums in Helsinki, Finland
The best art museums in Helsinki, Finland, whether you are interested in modern, Scandinavian art or artworks created by old European masters. more...
Skiing in Southern Finland: Lahti
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, nordic skiing, world class ski jumping,horseback riding, and snowmobiling are some of the things to do and see in Lahti, Finland in winter. more...
Streamlined Finnish design is known the world over. Shops of the famous Finnish design houses Marimekko, Iittala, and Kalevala can be found along Helsinki's Esplanad. more...
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