caponiers at Hamina kaponeeri
Hamina Fortress was key in the fight between empires
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Hossa National Park is a national treasure
One of the most spectacular places to experience a connection with our human history is at Hossa National Park in Suomussalmi. We had decided to hike the popular yet moderately demanding 8km (4.9mi) long Värikallion…
Watch out for the deadliest mushrooms in Finland
Are you familiar with the deadliest mushrooms that grow in Finland? Mushroom foraging is my most beloved pastime in Finland, where the pristine forests offer plenty of delicious fungi. However, this activity comes with a…
Fascinating Rekottila Bronze Age ruins and rock paintings
Nestled in the countryside of Paimio, Southwest Finland, lies a site steeped in history and mystery: Rekottila. It is home to ancient rock paintings, the remnants of a possible castle, and burial cairns dating back…
The sacred Suojanperä seida rock guards Nitsijärvi lake
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…
Why fireweed is better than large-leaved lupine in Finland
Have you ever considered why fireweed is better than large-leaved lupine in Finland? Large-leaved lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus), komealupiini in Finnish, is a strikingly beautiful North American plant that has earned a bad reputation in Finland.…
Finland’s largest tree is the magnificent Tsaarinpoppeli at Heinola
The largest tree in Finland stretches its long branches over the waterside park at Heinola. This famous tree is called Tsaarinpoppeli (Czar's Poplar tree in English), and it has survived floods and devastation for hundreds…
Someron Koirametsä dog forest: Where dogs and nature meet
Someron Koirametsä, also known as Somero Dog Forest, is a recently opened gem that offers a delightful forest retreat for dogs and their owners. Located in the small town of Somero, in Proper Finland, between…
Celebrating Finnish Nature Day in a sauna cottage meetup
Our nature bloggers' Finnish Nature Day meetup in a sauna cottage was a testament to the power of nature and the bonds it can create. Finnish Nature Day, also known as Suomen luonnon päivä in…
Exploring trails in Finland? Know the forest fire warning
Do you know what forest fire warning in Finland means? As the sun sets and the cool evening breeze wraps around you after a day of hiking, there's something undeniably enchanting about the idea of…