Saariselkä

Saariselkä is a resort village located in the municipality of Inari, Finnish Lapland. It serves as a major gateway to the Urho Kekkonen National Park and is renowned as the northernmost ski resort in Europe. Situated 250 km north of the Arctic Circle, it is a prime location for viewing the Northern Lights and experiencing the Midnight Sun.

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Date: March 18

From Lapland

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Date: Dec 27

Venus

A beautiful polar bear named Venus in Ranua Zoo. She was born in 2004, at Rostock Zoo in Germany, and arrived in Ranua together with her sister, Valeska in 2006. Since then, Ranua has been Venus’s home for an impressive 18 years. Most of its life has been spent with its late mate, the male polar bear Manasse, with whom Venus brought two adorable cubs into the world and has since become a grandmother.

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Date: Oct 1

Ranua Zoo

Ranua Wildlife Park is a sustainable wildlife park specializing in arctic and northern animal species, with a history of almost 40 years. The animals’ spacious enclosures are located in the middle of the northern coniferous forest, which is also the natural environment for most of the species living in the park. It is home to Finland’s only polar bear and 50 other arctic and northern animal species, a total of about 150 individual animals.

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Date: July 28

Northern Lights

The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, are a spectacular natural phenomenon frequently visible in Lapland, Finland. While they occur year-round, the best time to view them in Lapland is during the dark winter months, from late August to early April, with peak viewing between September and March. During this period, the long, dark nights provide optimal viewing conditions, especially when combined with clear skies.

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Date: May 21

Husky Dogs

Huskies are very popular in Lapland, particularly for dog sledding tours. They are known for their strength, intelligence, and joy of running, making them ideal for pulling sleds through the snowy landscapes. Dog sledding is a popular activity in Lapland, offering a chance to experience the region's winter beauty and connect with these amazing animals.

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Date: May 2

Laponian Area

The Arctic Circle region of northern Sweden is the home of the Saami people. It is the largest area in the world (and one of the last) with an ancestral way of life based on the seasonal movement of livestock. Every summer, the Saami lead their huge herds of reindeer towards the mountains through a natural landscape hitherto preserved, but now threatened by the advent of motor vehicles. Historical and ongoing geological processes can be seen in the glacial moraines and changing water courses. The Laponian Area is a magnificent wilderness of high mountains, primeval forests, vast marshes, beautiful lakes and well-preserved river systems. It contains areas of exceptional beauty such as the snow-covered mountains of Sarek, the large alpine lakes of Padjelanta/Badjelánnda, and the extensive rSiver delta in the Rapa Valley. On-going geological, biological and ecological processes have formed a variety of habitats conserving a rich biodiversity, including many species of fauna and flora typical of the northern Fennoscandian region.

Unesco: Laponian Area
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Date: Jan 31

Lapland

A beautiful wintercard from Lapland.
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Date: Dec 12

Lapland

A beautiful Aurora Borealis card from Lapland!
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Date: Jan 17

Saana

Saana is a fell in Enontekiö. Its summit lies 1,029 metres above sea level and 556 m above the adjacent Kilpisjärvi lake.  Geologically it is part of the Scandinavian Mountains, and is made of the same kinds of schist and gneiss rock. The mountain was historically considered sacred to the Sami people. The peak is a popular destination for hikers and backpackers because of the sweeping views offered at the summit.

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Date: Oct 1

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland, in northern Finland. Almost totally destroyed during World War II, today it’s a modern city known for being the "official" home town of Santa Claus, and for viewing the Northern Lights. It’s home to Arktikum, a museum and science center exploring the Arctic region and the history of Finnish Lapland. The Science Centre Pilke features interactive exhibits on northern forests.

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Date: Sept 29

Aurora Borealis

A beautiful Aurora Borealis card from the land of the northern lights.
Thanks so much Tuula!
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Date: July 30