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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 14m

Blue, green, purple, and red - our Thursday afternoon selection is a set of colourful Northern Lights shots taken around Finland.

Photos shared on IG by aurorahunting, jonas.lindell, worldwise234, and silverbirchlapland:

www.instagram.com/p/DP3r1TYjK09/

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 4h

It's now exactly one month until the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup returns to Levi Ski Resort on November 15th and 16th!
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Winter in Levi: Your Gateway to Lapland’s Arctic Adventures: www.discoveringfinland.com/blog/winter-...

Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 4h

Time Magazine has included Polar Night Energy's "sand battery" on its list of 300 of the most impactful inventions of 2025:
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Finland's 'sand battery' listed among Time Magazine's best inventions of 2025

Polar Night Energy, the firm behind the technology, says sand batteries can help cut emissions and reduce costs.

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 4h

In the Sinebrychoff Art Museum from Nov 28th to January 6th, the House Museum will welcome visitors to enjoy the nostalgic Christmas atmosphere and admire the style furniture, rare objects, and the extensive collection:
www.sttinfo.fi/tiedote/7153...
More:
www.discoveringfinland.com/destination/...

Honouring Christmas traditions – Festive table settings in Paul and Fanny Sinebrychoff’s House Museum | Sinebrychoffin Taidemuseo

Paul and Fanny Sinebrychoff’s House Museum welcomes visitors in Christmas in a traditional manner. The tables are laid with festive spreads and the rooms decorated. Get into seasonal mood by savouring...

www.sttinfo.fi

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 5h

On October 17th and 18th, the traditional Kekri harvest festival will be held at Olavinlinna Castle, Riihisaari Museum, Lossiranta Lodge, and in the Olavinlinna restaurant, with plenty to see and do for the whole family. Learn more about Savonlinna:

www.discoveringfinland.com/lakeland/sav...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 1d

A small set of aurora borealis shots shared on IG by valotomi, lu_schaffner, artooksanen, and von.fou:
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Learn more about seeing the Northern Lights in Finland:
www.discoveringfinland.com/blog/the-nor...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 1d

Our Wednesday morning selection is a midweek mix of misty morning magic shots taken around Finland.

Photos shared on IG by jukkapaa, heikkihyv, photoshootsby_sari, and janikurikka:

www.instagram.com/p/DP0pGzNjPPK/

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 1d

Helsinki’s "Doggy Route to Happiness" launched the world’s first sightseeing trail for dogs, and now a dog-friendly café and off-leash island are here to stay!
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Discover more great reasons to visit Helsinki:
www.discoveringfinland.com/metropolitan...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 1d

Opening today at Villa Gyllenberg, the "Spirit of the Times" exhibition examines Villa Gyllenberg’s art collection and décor within the context of the ideals of the time:

www.villagyllenberg.fi/en/exhibitio...

More about the Villa Gyllenberg Art Museum:
www.discoveringfinland.com/destination/...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 2d

Having risen to worldwide fame with their 1999 album 'Masters Of Chant', the Gregorian Choir is celebrating its successful career with its 25 Years Masters Of Chant anniversary tour, returning to Finland with a concert at Helsinki's Kulttuuritalo on Oct 22nd:

kulttuuritalo.lippu.fi/event/GREGOR...

GREGORIAN 25 Years Anniversary World-tour 2025

Tilaisuus: GREGORIAN 25 Years Anniversary World-tour 2025, Päivämäärä: ke 22.10.2025 klo 19.00, Tapahtumapaikka: Kulttuuritalo

kulttuuritalo.lippu.fi

Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 2d

The magical Carnival of Light at the @Linnanmakifi amusemennt park in Helsinki continues until October 19th!

Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 6d

The magical Carnival of Light rounds off Linnanmäki's season, running until October 19th! During the carnival, the amusement park can be experienced in all its colourful brilliance, with different musical artists performing every night under the lights:

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 2d

Our Tuesday morning selection is another eclectic set of ruska-hued autumnal shots taken around Finland.

Photos shared on IG by rajamaki.pirkko, pete_tampere, harri_vuorela, and teemuliljeqvist:

www.instagram.com/p/DPyH2rXjGH8/

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 2d

The New Aviation Museum will see a memorable world-class destination completed next to the current museum as an attraction in the Aviapolis area in Vantaa at the turn of 2027-2028:

www.finavia.fi/en/newsroom/...

More about the Finnish Aviation Museum:
www.discoveringfinland.com/destination/...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 2d

Between October 14th and 19th, visitors can join a daily guided tour to Arktikum's main exhibition, Northern ways. Guided tours in English will be available from today daily at 3 pm, length 45 minutes, and included in the Arktikum's ticket price:
www.discoveringfinland.com/destination/...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 2d

Travel and Tour World reports that Lapland is witnessing a remarkable boom in tourism, primarily driven by Australian travelers seeking out its iconic winter experiences:
www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article...
Discover why Finnish Lapland is so popular:
www.discoveringfinland.com/finnish-lapl...

Australian Tourists Flock to Finland’s Lapland for Unique Winter Escapes, Boosting Finnish Economy and Tourism Industry - Travel And Tour World

Australian travelers are flocking to Lapland, Finland, with a 600% booking surge, boosting both local and global tourism sectors.

www.travelandtourworld.com

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 3d

This year the annual Countdown to Christmas event will be celebrated on October 25th at 6pm (UTC +2) in Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle - it'll also be livestreamed.

Discover more reasons to Visit Rovaniemi - the Official Hometown of Santa Claus:
www.discoveringfinland.com/finnish-lapl...

Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 3d

Two from a small set of aurora borealis shots shared recently on FB by Arctic Road Trips and Jari Romppainen:
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The Great Show in the Skies: The Northern Lights – Where and when to best see them in Finland:
www.discoveringfinland.com/blog/the-nor...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 3d

This winter the St. Thomas Christmas Market in Häme Castle will be held for the 25th time on Saturday, December 20th, from 10 am to 4 pm, with handicrafts, delicacies, Christmas decorations from local artisans and traders on sale:
www.kansallismuseo.fi/fi/tapahtuma...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 3d

Kickstarting a new week with a selection of stunning lakeside reflection shots mostly featuring cloud formations taken around Finland.

Photos shared on IG by aulisorjonen, huulari85, esko.koivula, and timo.seppalainen:

www.instagram.com/p/DPvd00yDH5f/

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 4d

Two from a small set of Northern Lights shots shared on FB by Life in Äkäslompolo and Aurora Holidays:
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Learn more about aurora hunting holidays in Finland:
www.discoveringfinland.com/blog/the-nor...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 4d

Nice to see Helsinki make @aviationa2z.bsky.social's list of '10 Most Relaxing Destinations in the World':
aviationa2z.com/index.php/20...
Discover more great reasons to visit the Finnish capital:
www.discoveringfinland.com/metropolitan...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 4d

Our Sunday morning selection is another celebration of the rich hues and pretty pastels of stunning sunsets and skies over Finland.

Photos shared on IG by sirpa_kiviharju, treenilaura, huutoniemi_digital_art, and wiimasiima:

www.instagram.com/p/DPs4AzFDLpT/

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 5d

There will be an exhibition of Olga Veselovskaya’s watercolour on display in the café of the Natural History Museum in Helsinki from October 14th to December 14th:

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 5d

Our Saturday morning selection is a set of fabulous fall shots showing the colours of ruska taken around Finland.

Photos shared on IG by sirpa_kiviharju, heikkimikaeli, juhamaanpaa, and rajamaki.pirkko:

www.instagram.com/p/DPqZ3rUjPFj/

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 5d

The St. Thomas Christmas Market in Olavinlinna will be held on December 13th from 10am to 4pm, with local vendors and artisans the castle's interior and exterior spaces:
tapahtumat.savonlinna.fi/en-FI/page/6...
Discover more reasons to visit Savonlinna:
www.discoveringfinland.com/lakeland/sav...

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