The Northern Lights are visible for human eyes only when it’s dark and the sky is clear and cloudless. In northern Finland they can be witnessed from late August until early April.
Sodankylä Geophysical Observatory might seem like a bunch of humble buildings in the middle of nowhere. However, a team of top scientists works there 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
