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Why are saunas so dear to people in Finland?
Two photos side by side, one showing someone in a sauna with a bucket of water, and the other showing a sauna building on a forested lakeshore.
Life & societySauna

Why are saunas so dear to people in Finland?

Almost every building in Finland has a sauna. Two sauna enthusiasts tell what makes their favourite sauna so special.

Tagged in FinnishnessNatureSaunaWellbeing
Finland enjoys a golden age of Northern Lights
An illustration shows streaks of colour across a night sky, while a car drives along a road below them.
Business & innovationTechnology

Finland enjoys a golden age of Northern Lights

Sodankylä Geophysical Observatory might seem like a bunch of humble buildings in the middle of nowhere. Yet, there a team of top scientists works to unravel the mysteries of the Northern Lights. The director, space physicist Eija Tanskanen, has good news for aurora spotters: the active years have just started.

Tagged in ArcticNatureResearchTechnologyTravel
Discover how Finnish lingonberry innovation can boost oral health
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Business & innovationWebpick

Discover how Finnish lingonberry innovation can boost oral health

A University of Helsinki dentist has found that the tart lingonberry – the cranberry’s wild cousin, abundant in Finnish forests – can help keep your mouth healthy.

Tagged in FoodHealthInnovationNatureWebpickWellbeing
Nature photographers find a haven in Kuusamo, northern Finland
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Life & societyNature

Nature photographers find a haven in Kuusamo, northern Finland

With its rugged fells, ancient forests and mirror-like lakes, Kuusamo offers nature photographers a front row seat to the magic of Finland’s wilderness.

Tagged in EnvironmentNational parkNatureTravel
The taste of Finnish nature: Where forest meets fine dining
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Life & societyCuisine

The taste of Finnish nature: Where forest meets fine dining

Fancy getting a taste of Finnish nature? Head to one of these restaurants!

Tagged in BusinessCuisineFinnishnessFoodLifestyleNature
Discover the charm of Tankar Lighthouse Island, off the Finnish coast
A boat approaches a rocky coastline with a red-and-white lighthouse under a clear blue sky.
Life & societyTravel

Discover the charm of Tankar Lighthouse Island, off the Finnish coast

Tankar Lighthouse Island, off the western seaboard of Finland, blends centuries of maritime history with pristine nature, welcoming visitors to explore trails, wildlife and seafaring heritage.

Tagged in CultureHistoryNatureTravel
Finnish-led satellite study shows peatland restoration cools the climate
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Life & societyWebpick

Finnish-led satellite study shows peatland restoration cools the climate

Aalto University researchers have found that restoring damaged peatlands helps them regain their natural climate-regulating powers within just a decade.

Tagged in ClimateEnvironmentNatureSustainabilityWebpick
How to sleep under the stars: 3 unforgettable stays in Finnish nature
A triangular cabin room with wooden walls, two beds and a large window looks out onto trees and a rocky shoreline with water beyond.
Life & societyEnvironment

How to sleep under the stars: 3 unforgettable stays in Finnish nature

Whether it’s a traditional night under canvas, a sleek eco-cabin on a remote island or a luxurious glamping tent on the edge of a national park, spend the night embraced by Finnish nature.

Tagged in EnvironmentNational parkNatureTravel

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