ROVANIEMI - THE OFFICIAL HOMETOWN OF SANTA CLAUS
Rovaniemi is the modern capital of Finnish Lapland, located on the Northern Arctic Circle (66° 33′ 7″). Christmas can be experienced in Rovaniemi all year round. It is here that Santa Claus has his permanent home and welcomes visitors on the Arctic Circle every day of the year.
The genuine northern atmosphere offer every visitor unforgettable experiences. In Rovaniemi you can enjoy your time in the lively city centre as well as in the midst of pure Lappish nature.
Lapland's magical winter captures its visitors to enjoy countless activities such as snowmobiling, reindeer and husky safaris, ice fishing trips, building an igloo and going into snow sauna.
The best medicine for Lapland Fever raised by the unique ambience of Rovaniemi is to come back again. Rovaniemi will not leave you cold even outside icy holes.
Arctic atmosphere of World Championships
The swimming events of the World Championships have been planned to take place in the new swimming center located in the city centre of Rovaniemi by river Kemijoki. Because of the competition venue has a central location all the city's other versatile services are easily used by the participants.
Facts about Rovaniemi
Population 60 000
Surface 8,016km2
Number of reindeer 14 000
ROVANIEMI'S ATTRACTIONS
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Arktikum
Arktikum is a science center and museum, which tells about the nature, history and culture of living north of the Arctic Circle.
www.arktikum.fi
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Santa Claus Village, Arctic Circle
Santa Claus Village is a beloved attraction full of magical Christmas mood for the whole family. On the Arctic Circle Santa Claus can be met every day of the year in his own office.
www.santaclausvillage.info
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Handicraft Workshop Kangasniemi
Making a variety of utensils and decorative items from natural materials such as reindeer antler and leather, birch and silver pine.
www.hornwork.fi
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Korundi
Culture house Korundi is a home for Rovaniemi Art Museum and Lapland Chamber orchestra. Art Museum sets its main focus on Finnish contemporary art.
www.korundi.fi
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Ounasvaara
Ounasvaara is a diverse natural environment for lovers of the outdoor. In Ounasvaara you can cross-country ski, downhill ski, go snowshoeing, play golf or go to Santasport Center Spa.
www.ounasvaara.fi
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Pilke
Science center Pilke tells stories about sustainable use of Northern forests.
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Ranua Wildlife Park
Ranua Wildlife Park offers the opportunity to observe more than 50 arctic animals. In Wildlife Park live the only polar bears of Nordic Countries. Ranua Wildlife Park is located 80km from Rovaniemi.
www.ranuazoo.com
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