In contradictory Finland, every seasonare strikingly different from each other: the polar night of winter gives way to the midnight sun of summer. The rural idyll of the province and the cities full of life. East and West. The cold peaks of ski resorts and the tropical warmth of baths. Thousands of vacationers flock to this small but unique country every year, attracted by unique museums, architectural monuments, ancient castles, and ski resorts. Finland is especially attractive for its natural attractions, almost untouched by human progress.

Ski resorts in Finland

Finland is not a mountainous country, butSkiers all over the world know it very well. More than a hundred ski resorts will please vacationers with a wide range of various services and offers, the main one of which is well-organized ski slopes. Particular attention is paid to the safety of vacationers, since this type of vacation is associated with great risks to human health and life. Bright lighting at night is the main component of safety at the Finnish resort. All the slopes are equipped with convenient lifts, which makes the tourist's vacation much easier. In addition to well-equipped slopes, Finnish resorts offer vacationers to visit restaurants and coffee shops, numerous shops, gyms and swimming pools. Even baths in a tropical oasis are not alien to Finnish recreation areas. Hotels or small comfortable houses located near the slopes will reduce the cost of money and time on the road to them. Finland is one of the countries where the ski resort industry is just developing. The list of resorts is constantly expanding. For example, the largest ski resort center has recently begun to accept visitors - Levi. This place is famous for its excellent new generation service and good slopes. The resort has been awarded international status. Numerous entertainments, cottages and hotels are concentrated in one place. Reindeer safaris, snowshoeing, a snowboard park, children's slopes, fishing and much more are offered by the Levi Center. Himos is another large ski resort on the slopes of picturesque mountains. This resort is located closest to the Russian border. Himos is especially popular with extreme sports enthusiasts due to the differences in altitude, which reach 140 m, and the length of some trails, stretching for almost a kilometer. All slopes have different levels of difficulty and are equipped with lifts. Therefore, this resort center will be interesting for both children and beginner skiers, as well as experienced athletes. Laavuori is one of the resort old-timers, with its own history and traditions. Here, Finland annually holds international competitions in ski jumping and cross-country skiing. The ski slopes are equipped no worse than those at the new-fangled resorts. For lovers of cross-country skiing, a 60 km ski trail has been organized. A special slope for freestyle, elevation changes of up to 100 meters and the equipment of the slopes with lifts will certainly interest lovers of established traditions and high-quality service. Finland is famous for its resorts. It is impossible to list them all at once. For example, Ruka is a ski center with the longest trail, stretching for 1 km 300 m and elevation changes of 201 m. The Takkho resort has similar slope characteristics as Ruka, and periodically hosts European championships in snowboarding and alpine skiing. The Finnish center of Katinkulta offers not only a ski holiday, but also heavenly baths located in a tropical oasis. The contrast of frosty mountain peaks and the enveloping warmth of the tropics will definitely keep vacationers in good shape.

Sights of the capital of Finland

Not only ski resorts canboast Finland. There are other equally fascinating and diverse attractions. The Finnish capital - Helsinki - is simply made for relaxation and entertainment. An ideal place for connoisseurs of architectural delights. The city's architectural monuments will delight visitors with their location: interesting and historical sites are located close to each other. And if you need to go to a place far from the center, public transport will come to the rescue, which is rightfully considered the best in Europe. Visiting Helsinki, vacationers have an incredible feeling of traveling in time. This impression is created by the unique architecture of the Finnish capital, which has absorbed many styles. Walking around the city, you notice a smooth transition of architectural trends from one time to another. The German Jugend style favorably distinguishes Helsinki from other European countries. The city's buildings are a true embodiment of aesthetics and modernism. Elegance, organic forms, comfort and reasonable designs are collected here.

Architectural sights of Helsinki

The most interesting are:

• The building of the Parliament, the museum "Kiasma", the National Opera, the Palace "Finland".
• Senate square.
• Area Eyre.
• District Katajanokka.
• District of Käpylä.
• Area of ​​Teole.
• District Ruokholahti.

Senate Square is the administrative centerthe Finnish capital. It is also the main attraction and symbol of Helsinki. The unique ensemble of buildings in the neoclassical style is designed with emphasized symmetry and simplicity. The State Council, the National Library, the Cathedral and the University building are the four main buildings of the Senate Square, worthy of the close attention of a tourist. Near the square there is a shopping arcade and a recreation park Esplanade. Here you can buy memorable souvenirs and relax before a new turn through the Finnish capital. Numerous attractions in the Art Nouveau style made Helsinki the "pearl of the Baltics" and the center of this style of architecture in Europe. Soft curves and plant motifs in the decoration are found both in individual buildings and in entire districts, completely designed in this style. The Kiasma Museum and its exhibits go beyond the usual art museum and follow the latest art trends. In addition to painting and photography, the collections feature installations, media and video art, performance, dance and theatre. The idea of ​​the golden section was used in the design of the museum building. All technical elements are hidden in the walls. Lighting is hidden in special structures, creating a soft, diffused light. The materials chosen for the interior decoration of the museum are the simplest: white plaster on the walls and reinforced concrete floors painted black. The walls of the exhibition halls are arched or located at an angle relative to the entire room. Contemporary art is best expressed in the simplicity of forms and textures: strictly shaped aluminum lamps, chrome handrails. The clean lines of the design of the exhibition halls are more than compensated for by the architectural twists and turns of the entire building. And, of course, you can’t pass by the museum café. It attracts visitors with its unusual “sliding ice” ceiling lighting.

The Parliament Building is a national heritage site

The monumental structure serves as a symbolindependence and democracy of the country. When designing the monument, the architect (Johan Siegfried Siren) created a unity of fine art, construction industry and crafts of the Finnish people. The project ideas resulted in an artistic and architectural work and national heritage of Finland. The interior is designed with functional simplicity, characteristic of the Art Deco style. When decorating the premises, the designers tried to use only domestic materials, thus expressing the independence of the country. The Finlandia Congress Palace is another pearl of Helsinki. Tourists should definitely add this attraction to their travel list. The palace building is a multifaceted integrity from a set of individual cubic forms. Finnish architect and designer Alavar Alto highlighted the wide tower section with a slanting roof, creating a resonant space that improves the acoustics of the congress hall. Any detail of the building was made not on a whim, but for direct use. Alavar Alto - an ardent supporter of functionalism - designed not only the building itself, but also the interior design. The result is an architectural work of art that attracts all tourists. According to the designer's idea, all the details in the interior of the Finlandia Palace have a functional load, and do not just serve as a decorative ornament. The modern church in Teola is definitely worth adding to the sights of Helsinki. The Lutheran church is carved directly into the granite rock, and the light enters the church through the roof. From the side, the domed building resembles a flying saucer that has landed on a rock. Thanks to the stone construction, the building has extraordinary acoustics. This church is considered one of the most beautiful in Finland. The stunning interior of the church cannot be described in words. The light penetrating from above plays with soft reflections on the rough stone walls and on the floor. Guests of Helsinki should definitely visit Temppeliaukio Square with a unique church. The Assumption Cathedral in Helsinki is a must-see for any Russian tourist, as it is the largest Orthodox church outside of Eastern Europe. The cathedral was designed by Russian architect Gornostaev and clearly demonstrates the Russian influence on Finnish history. The red brick of the church and thirteen gilded domes are made in the Russian-Byzantine style and stand out against the architectural backdrop of Helsinki.

Historical monuments of Finland

Tourists to Finland should definitely visitSeurasaari Island. An open-air museum that will help you better understand the uniqueness of the Finnish people. The organizers of the museum have collected buildings from all the provinces of Finland on the island. The interior of 85 buildings fully conveys the atmosphere of the 18th - 20th centuries that existed in the country. In the summer, for a full immersion in the atmosphere of antiquity and its better perception, domestic animals and birds are brought to the sites. Hospitable guides dressed in national costumes conduct excursions around the museum, organize craft shows. Concerts are held on holidays. To learn more about the traditions of Finland, its people, you should definitely visit Seurasaari Island. The attention of tourists will definitely be attracted by another historical monument of Finland. The Suomenlinna Fortress is one of the main attractions of the country as an example of European military architecture. It can be reached in 20 minutes by ferry, which departs from the Market Square (the center of Helsinki). The sea structure is a cultural heritage of the Finnish people. The fortress is honorably listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There is much to see here: museums, tunnels, fortress walls, cannons, a shipyard and many other interesting things. Tired tourists can relax in cozy cafes. There is also a brewery. An extensive introductory program includes historical films and diverse multilingual excursions. Tourists who visit Finland will remember this amazing and controversial country with its unique architecture, world heritage monuments and ski resorts for a long time.

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