Lapland (9 photos) Bashny.Net

Lapland - the cradle of Christmas and it was here in Rovaniemi, Levi and Ylläs, created the best conditions for the celebration of this fantastic event. Edge of white silence, mystery and magic, animated tale, return to the world of long forgotten childhood dreams. It opens the gates of the kingdom of Christmas and the Snow Queen, and under the Northern Lights just guessing most cherished desires.





1) Lapland - the most exotic place in Finland. She, as a country in a country where many things are perceived differently than in the rest of Finland. The picture shows the aurora over coniferous forest. Northern Lights seen in northern Lapland 200 times a year, mainly in spring and autumn.



2) In the photo: Lapp rides standing on a dog sled. Usually in harness 6 huskies, which need to "steer" standing on runners.



3) Lapland Guests have the opportunity to go on a snowmobile, reindeer and dog sledding. This trip really open up the beauty of the snow-covered hills and wooded valleys. This photo shows a view of the expanse of Lapland with dog sleds.



4) Most of Lapland is located above the Arctic Circle. Where there are no towns, nature wild and primeval - swamps, lakes, barren tundra, striated rapid rivulets. In the photo: reindeer, which have become a symbol of the Arctic.



5) Traditionally, it is believed that Santa Claus was born in Lapland. Santa Claus Village is located near the town of Rovaniemi in Lapland, is considered to be a direct place of residence, and therefore is one of the most visited tourist destinations.



6) The most important part of the Sami culture, and in sparsely populated Lapland, they number more than the resident population. In Lapland there are several places where Santa Claus graze their reindeer - reindeer play the title role in "Santa Park", in the Deer Park in Salla, and in deer in the village of Wachtebeke.



7) It is no exaggeration to say that Christmas Lapland - this is the most exotic place in Finland. New Year in Finland, fairyland Snow Queen, Santa Claus and trolls - is unforgettable.



8) Before this winter on the doorstep and it is time to take care of a trip to Lapland - because good Christmas tours in Finland are bought in the fall!