by Kerttu | Kajaani, Kuhmo, Puolanka, Ristijärvi, Sotkamo, Suomussalmi
Arctic Lakeland is a marketing name for the Finnish region called Kainuu. It describes the area well: thousands of lakes, vast pine forests, quiet wilderness, and a northern, slightly arctic atmosphere. For travelers looking for authentic nature, wildlife, and...
by Kerttu | Hyrynsalmi, Kuhmo, Puolanka, Ristijärvi, Sotkamo, Suomussalmi
“Look, reindeer!” a traveller yells, when they see a horned creature somewhere in Kainuu. But was it a reindeer? In Kainuu you can see both the reindeers and their wild cousins – the wild forest reindeer! Reindeers at Korpiporo reindeer farm What is...
by Kerttu | Hyrynsalmi, Kajaani, Kuhmo, Puolanka, Ristijärvi, Sotkamo
Ah, the Finnish summer – a time of long days, midnight sun, and… mosquitoes. Yes, Finland’s pristine nature comes with a downside: swarms of these pesky insects ready to ruin your outdoor adventures. But fear not, with the right preparation, you can still...
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