Finland Overview
By iCheapAirfares Staff
Forests comprise almost three quarters of Finland. Conifers, spruce and pine make up the bulk of this tree-filled country; as a result, Finland is a leading supplier of wood and wood products to the world. This northern European nation is known for its rare beauty. A land of a thousand lakes, Finland is that fairytale place travelers from around the globe can delight in.
Visiting Finland during its sunless days of winter, you are likely to be amazed by aurora borealis lighting up the sky. Finland is not only famous for its natural landscape but for its popular saunas—the nation contains well over a million saunas and using them is a common part of everyday life. Part of the Scandinavian or Nordic group of nations, Finland also has charming customs and traditions passed down from generation to generation. Finns are well known for their love of the outdoors and their shipbuilding heritage.
Travelers to Finland also tend to come for the experience of the natural landscape. Cross-country skiing is popular, but so too are other winter sports like hockey and ice-skating. Finland also boasts some of the most charming and picturesque churches that date from medieval times. Woodcarving is an age-old profession in Finland and the historic architecture sports many fine examples of the craft.
The capital of Helsinki is Finland’s largest city as well as the cultural center of the nation. It is located in the warmer southern region of the country. Many visitors to Helsinki add the following stops to their trip: City Greenhouse, Finlandia Hall, Parliament Building, Zoological Gardens and the Presidential Palace. Of course, the far north of the country consists of arctic tundra regions replete with the legendary nomadic Sami people, once known as Laplanders and of course the graceful herds of reindeer. All this makes Finland a nation of vast enchantment beckoning to all nature-loving travelers. Go!
