Puijo tower

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Majestic Heights of Puijo Tower

The Puijo Tower, located on Puijo Hill in Kuopio, stands 75 meters tall and offers remarkable panoramic views of the surrounding lakes and forests.

Opened in 1963, it was the first in the Nordic countries to feature a revolving restaurant. The tower is the third structure on this site; the first was built in 1856, followed by a second one in 1906, which was dismantled to make way for the current version. The tower plays an essential role in Finnish culture and tourism, attracting millions.

Incredible Highlights

🌲 Breathtaking Views: Enjoy unparalleled vistas that encapsulate the essence of Finnish nature.

🍽️ Revolving Restaurant: Dine in the unique atmosphere of the only rotating restaurant in Finland.

⛷️ Ski Jumping Hills: View three ski jumping hills located just beside the tower.

Accessibility is easy as the tower caters to tourists, families, and historians alike with its engaging offerings.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Puijo tower

Historic Structures

The current Puijo tower is the third built; the first was completed in 1856.

Revolving Restaurant

It was the first tower in the Nordic region to feature a revolving restaurant.

Visitor Numbers

Over 5.5 million visitors have explored the tower since its opening.

Ski Jumping History

The tower’s location features three prominent ski jumping hills nearby.

Location

Puijontie 135

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