Paimio Sanatorium – Where modernist architecture meets the beauty of nature

Paimio Sanatorium

Located in Paimio, in southwestern Finland, the Paimio Sanatorium is one of the most iconic examples of modernist architecture. Designed by Aino and Alvar Aalto and completed in 1933, it is a place that harmoniously…

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The sacred Suojanperä seida rock guards Nitsijärvi lake

Nitsijärven seita Suojanperän seita seida

We were driving along Sevettijärventie road in the very top of Finland. Having noticed a small mention of a sacred Sámi site at Nitsijärvi lake, we decided to stop by to check it out. We…

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Liessaari island at Lohja is a small but versatile recreation area

Liessaari Lohja

A day before my friend and I decided to visit Liessaari island at Lohja, it snowed again. It had already been beautifully warm but alas, as always in Finland, "fool's spring" or a cold spell…

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Pilvijärvi at Sipoo is popular all year around

Pilvijärvi Söderkulla Sipoo

Pilvijärvi and its nature trail is nestled in the serene landscapes of Sipoo, Finland. The scenic nature trail winds its way along the shores of Pilvijärvi lake through lush pine forests and calm marshlands. Whether…

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Exploring beautiful Eerikkilä hiking trails in Tammela in winter

Exploring Eerikkilä winter hiking trails in Tammela

Did you know that Eerikkilä Sports & Outdoor Resort has a few beautiful winter hiking trails in Tammela? Eerikkilä is located by Ruostejärvi lake in Tammela, Tavastia Proper region in Finland. It's a peaceful area…

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