Oulu The Capital of Northern Scandinavia As we steered our camper north, our destination was Oulu, a city often touted as the “capital of northen Scandinavia”. The name alone sets a certain expectation of grandeur, historical significance, and a bustling...
A nice adventure through Vaasa and the archipelago An old and new town Our motorhome tour brought us to Vaasa in August, and we were completely take away by its compelling history. The story of the city begins in 1606 when Vaasa was officially founded by...
For what is it famous Tampere? The Moomins For fans of the whimsical world of the Moomins, Tampere is a pilgrimage site. The Moomin Museum, located in the Tampere Hall, is the only one of its kind in the world. It showcases the original art and illustrations of Moomin...
The Moomins, a family of white, roundish troll-like creatures, are the creation of Finnish-Swedish writer and artist Tove Jansson. Their stories, which began in a series of books and comic strips, have captured the hearts of readers young and old for generations. The...
Nestled on Finland’s west coast, the city of Rauma is rich of history, art, and maritime coulture. At the heart of Rauma is Old Rauma (il local language is called Vanha Rauma), a labyrinth of cobblestone streets and centuries-old wooden houses. This isn’t...
