Visit Finland's Many Faces

Finland’s landscapes are a glorious variation on the themes of forest and water, where the comforts of modern life are never far away. Yet each region has its distinct character, from the wilds of Lapland to the inspiring lakes of the East and the archipelagos of the South-West. Finland is full of interesting contrasts, such as the four seasons, the midnight sun and the long winter nights and the different cultural heritages ot the Eastern and Western parts of the country.

	The Delights of the Sauna Sauna is not just the only Finnish word to have entered the world vocabulary – it’s a ritual, an institution, an essential element of the Finnish way of life. It can also be very relaxing, exhilarating and enjoyable, and no visit to Finland is complete without sampling the sauna. The Finnish sauna, Read more
	Winter Helsinki - Your Local Winter Warmer Helsinki’s stunning range of visual arts can be admired in many quality museums and galleries. Helsinki’s bar and café culture is very active in the wintertime, especially during the run-up to Christmas in November and December. This dark time of the year is brightened up by countless parties, and f ... Read more
	Helsinki - the Belle of the Baltics - Summer You’ll love getting to know our friendly and attractive capital city. Breathe Helsinki’s fresh air and enjoy the calming influence of the sea that’s never far away. Enjoy watching the world go by as you enjoy a coffee at a pavement café, then enjoy her many beautiful buildings with their clear infl ... Read more
	Nature Extraordinaire Close your eyes and think of sunshine shimmering on the water of a beautiful harbour. Or think of the glassy calm of a lake, disturbed only by the occasional ripple from a rising fish. In Finland, you’re never far from the water: no wonder it plays such an important role in the Finnish summer holida ... Read more
	Wildlife Watching Gains Momentum in Finland Relatively new for the ordinary tourist, but exciting and interesting, wildlife watching is fast becoming a popular pastime for visitors to Northern Finland. Read more
	Make Your Own Helsinki Experience! Are you interested in culture or shopping? Travelling with family or friends? With the help of the new portal www.helsinkicard.fi, you can quickly and easily build a programme that suits your interests and companion. Read more
	The Flamingo Recreational Centre The Flamingo recreational centre in the Aviapolis district, close to Helsinki airport in Vantaa, is open this autumn and comprises commercial outlets, a hotel, a cinema and entertainment centre, a water park, a spa and a health and fitness centre. Read more
	The Best of Helsinki Awards - an Internet Voting Campaign Vote for Helsinki's best travel destinations and services. You have the chance to vote on the competition website until the end of October 2008. Read more