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Dive into an ocean of cultural experiences Finland is widely known for its breathtaking nature, but look closer and you will find that there are plenty other reasons why you should pay Finland a visit. One of them is its huge range of cultural experiences. Some even say that Helsinki is reminiscent of the Big Apple itself – in its own special way, of course. By Stephanie Brink Harck I Photos: Visit Finland
Finland has approximately two million saunas. No wonder that visitors come in their thousands to experience the wild nature and remarkable northern lights in a truly Finnish way. But Finland has so much more to offer. Widen your search and you will find an unmatched culture scene, making Finland even more attractive to its visitors. So why not dedicate this autumn to a real, Finnish cultural adventure? What makes Finland so special, among other things, is that every town, big and small, has its own story to tell. For example, if you go to mystical Lapland, Finland’s arctic north and home to the traditional Samí culture, you can learn about the frozen wastes of Lapland.
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The Finnish capital, on the other hand, is a city of parks, forests and water. Helsinki also has historic architecture that tells the story of its Russian and Swedish past, alongside modern buildings designed by famous Finnish designers. To complete the cultural city experience, there are countless excellent museums as well as Photo: Arto Liiti
fine art galleries, national opera concerts, a science centre and, last but not least, a lively nightlife. Art enthusiasts will be pleased to find that Helsinki exhibits work by world-known, international artists while at the same time promoting its own home-grown talents, making the city the perfect destination for art lovers looking to learn more about Finnish art and culture. You will never be bored because there is so much to see. The city that never sleeps? Do not be too sure that people are talking about New York City. Visit Helsinki and you will see.