Sounds like Finland: Capturing the country’s essence in music
What does a country sound like? Finland set out to answer this question by becoming the first nation in the world to create an official national soundscape. Plug in, press play and experience Finland – no plane ticket required.
Finnish sauna healers trust tradition and the restorative powers of the forest
Birch, spruce, juniper and other trees in Finland provide a range of wellness benefits in care offered by traditional sauna healers. They draw on accrued knowledge, Finnish folklore and a good steam.
How “every person’s right” in Finland evolved over more than a century
More than 110 years ago in eastern Finland, Ilma Lindgren fought for her right to pick lingonberries on land she did not own. Her court case provided a legal precedent, helping ensure that everyone may enjoy nature, regardless of who owns the terrain.
Spending an idyllic week in a Finnish national park, on a shepherding holiday
In several of Finland’s national parks, grazing sheep and cows help maintain traditional landscapes. Holiday-goers can enjoy a week surrounded by natural beauty while looking after the animals.
Visit a scenic Finnish lake essential to the country’s cultural legacy
The shores of one picturesque lake were home to a community of Finland’s most significant artists in the early 1900s – a cultural powerhouse whose legacy and influence is still vibrantly alive.
Inspiration and influences: 12 artists in Finland talk about life and creativity
On a fascinating journey of discovery, we visit an array of Finland-based artists to find out what ideas animate and inform their work.
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