On the peninsula among the lakes is the city of Savonlinna. Finland has always attracted travelers with its developed infrastructure, interesting sights and beautiful nature. The same place is known for numerous bridges connecting the islands, ferries. Due to its unique location, the town is also called the “Finnish Venice”. It was founded by the Swedes in the 15th century and was called Neyshlot. Already in those days, the city was a very famous recreation center in Europe, a lot of rich and influential people came here.
The Olavinlinna fortress, built in the Middle Ages, is considered the most popular and famous place in the city of Savonlinna. Finland has always been famous for interesting architectural structures of great historical importance. This fortress in its lifetime has seen many battles and fires, before it served as the Swedish border outpost. For peaceful purposes, Olavinlinna began to be used at the beginning of the twentieth century. Nowadays, an international opera festival is held here every year.
Dive into the atmosphere of the XVIII century, walk through the exhibition halls, walk through the boutiques, enjoy the magnificent scenery will allow Savonlinna (Finland). Tours are easy to purchase at a travel agency at any time of the year. You can get acquainted with the features of the Saimaa Territory in the Nestori Nature House, located near the aforementioned fortress. It is also worth visiting the steamboat museums, which will acquaint guests with interesting events from the life of the city and each ship separately.
The Dome Cathedral built in 1878 deserves special attention; here you can listen to the enchanting music of the 45-voice organ. And Savonlinna boasts the world's largest wooden church. Finland is proud of this magnificent temple built in 1847. The arch of the Kerimyaki church reaches
27 m in height, its hall is designed for 3,000 seats.
It is worth visiting the island of Kashinonsaari, on which the Puppet Museum is located . About 2000 copies are collected there, among which there are both modern creations and those dating from the 18th century. Art lovers will appreciate the Retretti art center of Northern Europe, in the grottoes and caves of which are located exhibition halls. Savonlinna will also introduce samples of military equipment from World War II. Finland to this day has preserved the things, equipment, weapons and even defenses that were used during the bloody battles.
This country is famous for its beautiful nature, so you should definitely visit the stone ridge Punkaharya, which was formed during the ice age. Almost all Savonlinna hotels organize trips to this recreation center. Finland also boasts beautiful Kolovesi and Linnansaari National Parks. These conservation areas are easily accessible by bus, ferry or canoe. Between the islands, excursions are made on rowboats. All this is done to maintain peace and balance in this kingdom of nature, where everything remains in its original form.