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Helsinki’s autumn colours come alive
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Helsinki’s autumn colours come alive

We relish the crisp fall air, bringing you eye-catching photos of a city where green leaves are turning red, orange and yellow.

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Lonely lighthouse in Gulf of Finland gets new lease on life
Söderskär Lighthouse, Finland
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Lonely lighthouse in Gulf of Finland gets new lease on life

Slideshow: Two hours by ferry from Helsinki, Söderskär offers scenic seascapes, wildlife and a 150-year-old lighthouse.

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Go with the flow along the Vantaa River
Vantaa River, Finland
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Go with the flow along the Vantaa River

Slideshow: Explore the picturesque Vantaa River, the perfect place to swim, canoe, fish or cycle, just outside Helsinki.

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The crow and his friends
Jukka Wuolijoki, nature photos, Finland
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The crow and his friends

Slideshow: Engaging nature photos ranging from northern Finnish scenery to Helsinki crows with a sense of humour.

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Helsinki is hot in Monocle survey
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Helsinki is hot in Monocle survey

Helsinki citizens prepare for celebrations to mark Helsinki Day by cooling off in the city’s parks and heading for the beach.

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Finnish restaurants show their class
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Finnish restaurants show their class

A luxurious coffee-table book, Classy Finnish Restaurants, reveals Finland’s best dining experiences. Get a taste in our slideshow.

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If you go down to the Finnish woods today
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If you go down to the Finnish woods today

In early summer in the forests of the Kainuu region love is in the air – for bears.

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Finns walk on water in winter
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Finns walk on water in winter

Slideshow: The Finns make the most out of a cold winter by using the frozen ocean as a park for walking, skiing and more.

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