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What's in Finland?
Fintastic variety!
Finland is perhaps best known for its natural beauty and serenity. Vast forests, a unique archipelago, and thousands of lakes present a striking mixture of wooded hills and waters. In addition to its mystical Norse past, Finland is also a modern Nordic country with a high standard of living and advanced economy and technology.
Fintastic variety!
Finland is bigger than the entire United Kingdom but is home to only five million people—space and natural beauty are everywhere. The main cities of Helsinki, Tampere, and Turku offer top-quality urban attractions—and vistas of enchanting archipelagos and coastlines, vast lakes, and rolling forests are always accessible. Finland's treasures are year-round.
Finland's national treasures:
1.8 million saunas (approx 500 are traditional smoke saunas)
180,000 islands
230,000 reindeer
188,000 lakes
465,000 summer cottages
TOP 5 reasons to visit Finland
1 Summer in Finland—Refreshingly differentSummer in Finland is a frenzy of activity, with festivals of song and dance staged across the country to make the most of the long light evenings. The Finnish summer is a magical and energizing time—whether you fancy quietly communing with nature or enjoy the feverish cultural life of the towns and cities. Finland’s vast system of lakes, coastal waterways, and meandering rivers lends itself to active pursuits like canoeing and sailing, while the network of quiet and scenic coastal and country roads are inspiring routes for cyclists and motorists.
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2 Finnish Design, Architecture, and CreativityRenowned the world over, Finnish design made its official international debut in the '50s. Function and durability are paramount in Finnish design. Today's young designers are also keeping up with the reputation—you can even say that Finnish design rocks!
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3 Finnish Leadership in Music and CultureFinland is a true haven for music lovers around the world. Well-known artists from composers Sibelius and Lindberg to heavy metal bands Lordi and HIM have made Finland a cultural leader. Care to dance? Watch the masters at Seinäjoki's Tango Festival where the dance is slow, the steps are simple, and the rhythm is pumping. Prefer a classical approach? Head to Lake Tuusula, a beautiful setting for the Chamber Music Festival in late July. Or visit Turku, a Cultural Capital of Europe nominee for 2011, for legendary festivals including the Turku Music Festival, Ruisrock, on the island of Ruissalo, and Uuden Musiikin Festivaali (UMF), one of the largest electronic music festivals in Northern Europe.
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4 Nature extraordinaireIt’s easy to get away from the crowds in Finland. Known as Europe’s last wilderness, it's filled with many beautiful forests and lakes. Visit Finland's archipelagos, a unique maritime landscape with vast islands and skerries. Navigate your way through the Lake district—a labyrinth of lakes, islands, rivers, and canals, interspersed with forests and ridges. When the sky turns dark, don’t forget to look up—you may just catch a glimpse of the Aurora Borealis.
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5 Land of Santa ClausOn any given day of the year (except December 24), you can find Santa Claus in his native village of Rovaniemi at the Arctic Circle. During the warm summer months, when Mr. Claus is vacationing, you may find him at his favorite amusement park, SantaPark, or playing a round of golf in the midnight sun. Stop by the zoological park in Ranua to feed the reindeer. And be sure to leave a letter for Santa at the Main Santa Post Office. In Finland, it’s Christmas all year long!
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Get everyday deals on Expedia at some of Helsinki's finest hotels:
Palace Hotel
Central Helsinki waterside hotel overlooking the harbor near Presidential Palace
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Central Helsinki waterside hotel overlooking the harbor near Presidential Palace
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Hotel Sello Espoo
Modern Kauniainen hotel close to Leppävaara Station in the center of Espoo
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Modern Kauniainen hotel close to Leppävaara Station in the center of Espoo
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