Natural attraction: Finland’s national parks draw people to popular peaks and hidden gems
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Natural attraction: Finland’s national parks draw people to popular peaks and hidden gems

The dozens of national parks spread across Finland receive about 3.5 million visitors annually, but the numbers are unevenly distributed. While the quieter parks are farther off the beaten track, that only increases their charm.

Starting over out in the country, Finnish farmer believes cricket cuisine could help heal the climate
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Starting over out in the country, Finnish farmer believes cricket cuisine could help heal the climate

Roope Päivänen leaped from his home and his job as a film director in Helsinki to a new life as a cricket farmer (yes, that’s a thing) in the Finnish countryside. Visit the farm with our video.

179,584

Number of islands in Finland

Source: Eupedia

75%

of Finnish land area is forest

Source: Natural Resources Institute Finland

North of the Arctic Circle, Finland’s 41st national park helps preserve wilderness and natural splendour
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North of the Arctic Circle, Finland’s 41st national park helps preserve wilderness and natural splendour

With a vast landscape of peaks, lakes, forests, ridges and gorges, Salla National Park offers visitors summer and winter activities ranging from hiking and biking to skiing and snowshoeing. It’s also easy to find peace and quiet.