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  Puijo tower, Kuopio, Finland
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Joensuu Art Museum

by Janni67

The Joensuu Art Museum was founded in 1962 as a result of two significant donations to the town, namely the collections of Olavi Turtiainen and that of Arla Cederberg. Somewhat later the town also received the collection of Onni Okkonen in two lots (1964 and 1972). These three donations form the nucleus of the museum`s collections. At Joensuu's Art Museum you'll find Finnish art from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day with collections of Chinese art as well as Greek and Roman antiquities. In addition to the permanent exhibition, the museum arranges ten temporary exhibitions of Finnish or foreign art every year. Open Tue-Sun 12 am - 18 pm, Mon closed

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Koli in Lieksa -the official national scene

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The Koli Hills have been a popular tourist attraction since the turn of the century. Rising 347 metres above the sea level they are the highest hill range in southern Finland. The astonishingly panoramic vistas opening out over the long range of hills and the island-speckled Lake Pielinen have been a source of inspiration for many well-known Finnish artists and are among the most photographed views in Finland. In fact, in 1987 Koli was voted to be the most beautiful spot in Finland.The Koli Hills provide excellent tourist services and great opportunities for a variety of captivating outdoor activities. In winter Koli is a popular downhill and cross-country skiing resort. There are two skiing centres and 100 km of ski tracks in the area. In fact, the longest illuminated track in Finland (23 km) is to be found in Koli. You can also join a guided snowshoe tour or set off on an action-packed...

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City of Lieksa

by Janni67

Lieksa is located in the north-eastern part of North Karelia by Lake Pielinen. The fifth biggest lake in Finland divides the town into two parts, Koli trail of mountains and wide wilderness areas. The town was founded in the 17th century by Pietari Brahe. Despite the long past of the town, the Lieksa of today is quite a modern town, with about 15000 inhabitants. The most important sources of livelihood are services and industry. A traveller can experience a many-sided holiday, for example by spending time in nature or living in a cottage, or meet Karelian culture in the Pielinen Museum and in the art gallery of Eva Ryynänen. There are also activities both in summer and in winter from Lieksa Brass Week to shooting the rapids.The picture shows some works of sculptress Eeva Ryynänen. Eva uses wood as her material and has the magic to make it literally blossom. Most of her sculptures depict...

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Ilomantsi municipality

by Janni67

Ilomantsi is the most eastern municipality of Finland, and the most eastern point of the EU is located there. It even lies further east than St. Petersburg! Because of this location, connections to the Karelian Lake Ladoga have been lively from the 12th century on, and the Orthodox Church has a visible position in Ilomantsi. In this community of the "Poetry and Border Road", pure nature and rich history combined with modern services provides an opportunity to get to know a significant part of the Finnish-Karelian tradition. Ilomantsi can offer much to see and to experience. National parks and wandering routes offer peace of nature, and the ironworks museum, the House of the Soldier and the Poemsinger's Cottage bring an echo from the past. Other experiences include the Peltohermanni wine farm, the zoological museum, and Pääskynpesä rehabilitation center.The nearest airport is Onttola...

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The easternmost point of EU in Ilomantsi

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The easternmost point of the European union is an island on the Virmajärvi lake, the village of Hattuvaara, in the municipality of Ilomantsi. At the easternmost point, two boundaries of different age converge: the boundaries of the Moscow and Stolbova agreements. To enter the boundary area, the visitor needs a permit granted by the local border station. Near the pole marking the easternmost point is a kota tent that can be reserver for a small fee that goes towards the cost of the firewood. Reservations either from Ilomantsin Matkailu Ltd, tel. +358 (0)13 881 707 or Taistelijan Talo, tel. +358-(0)13 830 111. Ilomantsi Tourist Services Ltd organises quided tours to the easternmost point all year round. At the easternmost point of the European Union you can have a memorable birthday, Christmas party or wilderness wedding. In the summer you can visit the point by car or on foor, in the...

Memorials of WWII in Ilomantsi

by Janni67

In the North Karelia area there are a lot of monuments on places where battles took place during the WW II. Monuments connected with wars can be found in Ilomantsi municipality in Oinassalmi, Taivallampi, Palovaara, Hattuvaara, Möhkö, Öykköstenvaara and Sikrenvaara. Sikrenvaara also has a Soldier’s path (1,5 km) with 13 information points on the battle of 30.7.1944.

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Möhkö Ironworks Museum in Ilomantsi

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A charming old-time factory milieu in authentic surroundings, where you can get acquainted with the history of iron-making. There's a blacksmith’s workshop, restored canals, a ship café, a museum of lumberjacks’ work and timber floating and a lovers’ footpath (1,2 km). There are also different kinds of events during the summer, like summer theatre and midsummer celebrations.Open 1st May - 31st August, from 10-18 every day.

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Poemsinger's Cottage in Ilomantsi

by Janni67

"Runopirtti", Poemsinger's Cottage which is pictured in the tip above, is a Karelian house in Parpeinvaara with a permanent Kalevala exhibition. In the summer there is Karelian-style programme and music played on the kantele. In the same "courtyard" there are also the Mateli poem singer's museum houses, an orthodox tsasouna chapel, general Raappana’s cottage, a handicrafts cottage as well as the Karelian restaurant Parppeinpirtti. Open during summer, in the winter by arrangement.

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Botania gardens in Joensuu

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Botania is actually the University botanical gardens. It has nearly 1 000 species of exotic plants, from southern palms to carnivores. Different climatic regions are replicated in the various greenhouses. The open garden consists of eight sections, such as aromatic herbs, poisonous plants and medicinal plants. There are also huge butterflies flying around you, turtles, parrots, including a talking one... :)1.4. - 31.8. Mon, Wed-Fri 10-18, Sat-Sun 11-16, closed on Tuesdays 1.9. - 31.3. Mon, Wed-Fri 10-16, Sat-Sun 11-16, closed on Tuesdays

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Culture and Tourism Center Carelicum in Joensuu

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The Carelicum, situated just opposite the market square, is the cultural and tourism centre for Joensuu. A visit there is a great way to get to know the city of Joensuu and the entire Carelia area, its culture and its characteristics. Besides all the versatile exhibitions, Carelicum is also home to Kids' Street, a fantasy town for kids (see the picture) as well as to a pleasant cafe, a gift shop and free Internet posts. It brings together a wealth of Karelia-related material that has been scattered all over Finland, and displays it in the form of exhibitons, products, music, multimedia, etc.

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