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There aren't any hobbits on Suomenlinna, Finland's old fortress island, but did you know that Tolkien was heavily influenced by the Finnish epic Kalevala and the Finnish language? It's what he based elvish on! Follow me on Instagram for more travel inspiration - @shannonigans16 Finland Trip, Finland Summer, Finland Culture, Finnish Language, Visit Helsinki, A Whole New World, Travel Writer, Travel

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There aren't any hobbits on Suomenlinna, Finland's old fortress island, but did you know that Tolkien was heavily influenced by the Finnish epic Kalevala and the Finnish language? It's what he based elvish on! Follow me on Instagram for more travel inspiration - @shannonigans16

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Ten Amazing Facts about Northern Lights in Finland http://bit.ly/1iLJWPm Northern Lights Finland, Northern Lights Trips, See The Northern Lights, Scandinavian Countries, Aurora Borealis, Alaska

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Marimekko Unikko hot-air balloon flying above the silhouette of Helsinki. Marimekko is a Finnish textile and clothing design company renowned for its original prints and colours. Look the video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vfo6pzfKtkk=player_embedded Hot Air Ballon, Hot Air Balloon Rides, Image Ballon, Ballooning, Belle Photo, Color Me, Creations, Prints

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Marimekko Unikko hot-air balloon flying above the silhouette of Helsinki. Marimekko is a Finnish textile and clothing design company renowned for its original prints and colours. Look the video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vfo6pzfKtkk=player_embedded

Karjalanpiirakka These pastries originated in the eastern province of Karelia. This is the mythical birthplace of Kalevala, the epic 19th century poem that has become an essential part of the Finnish national identity. Karjalanpiirakka or Karelian pies, as they are also known, fit into your hand and melt in your mouth. The crust was traditionally made with rye flour and filled with potatoes, rice or carrots. They are particularly delicious with an egg butter spread on top! Recipe Icon, Scandinavian Food, Rye Flour, Butter Spread, Crumpets, Melt In Your Mouth, Local Ingredients

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Karjalanpiirakka These pastries originated in the eastern province of Karelia. This is the mythical birthplace of Kalevala, the epic 19th century poem that has become an essential part of the Finnish national identity. Karjalanpiirakka or Karelian pies, as they are also known, fit into your hand and melt in your mouth. The crust was traditionally made with rye flour and filled with potatoes, rice or carrots. They are particularly delicious with an egg butter spread on top!

And… Also not to be missed while in Finland: Salmiakki (salty liquorice) which almost all Finns are addicted to and Fazer Blue chocolate which you will pine for after you’ve gone home. Finland Food, Icee Recipe, Moving To Ireland, Heritage Cooking, Acquired Taste, Blue Chocolate, Adventure Of The Seas

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And… Also not to be missed while in Finland: Salmiakki (salty liquorice) which almost all Finns are addicted to and Fazer Blue chocolate which you will pine for after you’ve gone home.

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In Finnish folklore, Ajatar is a spirit known as "Devil of the Woods". It is an evil female spirit that manifests as a snake or dragon. Ajatar is said to be the mother of the devil. She spreads disease and pestilence, any that look at her become ill, and she suckles serpents. She is in some ways similar to Babylonian Tiamat, dragon mother of the gods and goddesses. The word "ajatar" is possibly derived from the verb ajaa, "chase". Fantasy Girl, Chica Fantasy, Fantasy Women, Potnia Theron, Heroic Fantasy, Image Digital, Fairies Elves, Tatoo Art, Fairy Land

In Finnish folklore, Ajatar is a spirit known as "Devil of the Woods". It is an evil female spirit that manifests as a snake or dragon. Ajatar is said to be the mother of the devil. She spreads disease and pestilence, any that look at her become ill, and she suckles serpents. She is in some ways similar to Babylonian Tiamat, dragon mother of the gods and goddesses. The word "ajatar" is possibly derived from the verb ajaa, "chase".

Louhi is a queen of the land known as Pohjola in Finnish mythology and the mythology of Lapland. Louhi is described as a powerful witch, with the ability to change shape and weave mighty enchantments. She is also the main opponent of Väinämöinen and his group in the battle for the magical artifact Sampo in the Kalevala. She has a number of beautiful daughters, whom heroes attempt to win their hand. Louhi in true fairy tale form sets them difficult tasks to perform in order to claim such a prize. Wiccan, Witchcraft, Folk Tales, Fairy Tales, Myths & Monsters, Oh My Goddess, Sacred Feminine, Norse Mythology, Queen

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Louhi is a queen of the land known as Pohjola in Finnish mythology and the mythology of Lapland. Louhi is described as a powerful witch, with the ability to change shape and weave mighty enchantments. She is also the main opponent of Väinämöinen and his group in the battle for the magical artifact Sampo in the Kalevala. She has a number of beautiful daughters, whom heroes attempt to win their hand. Louhi in true fairy tale form sets them difficult tasks to perform in order to claim such a prize.

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Jukka-Pekka Saraste (born April 22, 1956, Lahti) is a Finnish conductor and violinist

hungrycrocodile: Digital Photography This is a photograph of lichen in Finland. For those of you who don’t know, lichens are composed of two plants, usually a fungus and a plant that can do photosynthesis. From a distance, these little plants look like green fluffy clouds along on the forest floor. This is reindeer's delicacy. Trendy Plants, Cool Plants, Plant Photography, Digital Photography, Lichen Moss, Enchanted, Mushroom Fungi, Little Plants, Natural Forms

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hungrycrocodile: Digital Photography This is a photograph of lichen in Finland. For those of you who don’t know, lichens are composed of two plants, usually a fungus and a plant that can do photosynthesis. From a distance, these little plants look like green fluffy clouds along on the forest floor. This is reindeer's delicacy.

Finnish children decorate willow branches at Easter with feathers and brightly colored paper. Easter witches deliver the branches and recite a poem in exchange for Easter candy. Magick, Pagan, Iron Age, Easter Spring, Spring Time, Fleurs Diy, Vernal Equinox, Willow Branches

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Finnish children decorate willow branches at Easter with feathers and brightly colored paper. Easter witches deliver the branches and recite a poem in exchange for Easter candy.

Metso / Wood grouse. In the springtime they are eager to mate with anything ... and I mean a n y t h i n g ; ? Sata kuvaa säästä - Vuoden 2012 sykähdyttävimmät otokset | Yle Uutiset | yle.fi Grouse, Bald Eagle, Did You Know, Wood, Woodwind Instrument, Timber Wood, Trees

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Metso / Wood grouse. In the springtime they are eager to mate with anything ... and I mean a n y t h i n g ; ? Sata kuvaa säästä - Vuoden 2012 sykähdyttävimmät otokset | Yle Uutiset | yle.fi

A traditional Finnish "Rakovalkea" fire (or "gapfire"), an ingenious means of getting a long-lasting, radiant fire using minimal wood and keeping the fire safely above a wet or snowy ground (details of its construction are in the linked blog entry). Camping Survival, Outdoor Survival, Camping And Hiking, Survival Prepping, Survival Gear, Survival Skills, Camping Hacks, Camping Ideas, Survival Videos

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A traditional Finnish "Rakovalkea" fire (or "gapfire"), an ingenious means of getting a long-lasting, radiant fire using minimal wood and keeping the fire safely above a wet or snowy ground (details of its construction are in the linked blog entry).

Mika Waltari (1908 – 1979), Finnish author. Internationally he is probably the best-known Finnish writer, with his works translated into more than 40 languages. 1945 saw the publication of Waltari's first and most successful historical novel, The Egyptian. The book became an international bestseller, serving as the basis of the 1954 Hollywood movie of the same name. Michael Wilding, Peter Ustinov, Jean Simmons, Important People, 20th Century Fox, Drama Film, Mika, Literary

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Mika Waltari (1908 – 1979), Finnish author. Internationally he is probably the best-known Finnish writer, with his works translated into more than 40 languages. 1945 saw the publication of Waltari's first and most successful historical novel, The Egyptian. The book became an international bestseller, serving as the basis of the 1954 Hollywood movie of the same name.

Hotel Kämp: a History of one of Helsinki’s most famous Hotels. In 1894 Akseli Gallen-Kallela painted “The Symposium” – the name of the group of Finnish artists in which Gallen-Kallela was a leading figure. The artist himself can be seen in the upper left corner of the painting. He also portrayed his friends, Oskar Merikanto, Robert Kajanus, and Jean Sibelius in the midst of heavy drinking.The theme was inspired by an evening at the Hotel Kämp. Art Database, Painting Reproductions, Triptych, Great Artists, Art History, Visual Art, Oil On Canvas, Art Nouveau

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Hotel Kämp: a History of one of Helsinki’s most famous Hotels. In 1894 Akseli Gallen-Kallela painted “The Symposium” – the name of the group of Finnish artists in which Gallen-Kallela was a leading figure. The artist himself can be seen in the upper left corner of the painting. He also portrayed his friends, Oskar Merikanto, Robert Kajanus, and Jean Sibelius in the midst of heavy drinking.The theme was inspired by an evening at the Hotel Kämp.

(c) Jussi Hellsten. 8.10.2014. The oldest traditional event in Helsinki has been held since 1743. The fishermen working on the Baltic Sea have once again brought their salted herring to market. Continue reading about the Baltic Herring Fair at http://www.visithelsinki.fi/…/…/helsinki-baltic-herring-fair and http://www.portofhelsinki.fi/helsinkibalticherringfair2014. Photo: http://www.helsinki365.com/ - Jussi Hellsten Svalbard, Metropolitan Area, Gone Fishing, Faroe Islands, Herring, Baltic Sea, Greenland

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(c) Jussi Hellsten. 8.10.2014. The oldest traditional event in Helsinki has been held since 1743. The fishermen working on the Baltic Sea have once again brought their salted herring to market. Continue reading about the Baltic Herring Fair at http://www.visithelsinki.fi/…/…/helsinki-baltic-herring-fair and http://www.portofhelsinki.fi/helsinkibalticherringfair2014. Photo: http://www.helsinki365.com/ - Jussi Hellsten

Lasipalatsi (Helsinki), designed by Viljo Revell, Heimo Riihimäki and Niilo Kokko - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lasipalatsi || Viljo Revell (January 25, 1910 – November 8, 1964), Finnish architect of the functionalist school. In Finland he is best known for the design of the Lasipalatsi and Palace Hotel, both in Helsinki. Internationally Revell is best known for designing the Toronto City Hall, Canada. - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viljo_Revell || taivasalla.net - syyskuu 2012 Toronto City, Espoo, Turku, Palace Hotel

Lasipalatsi (Helsinki), designed by Viljo Revell, Heimo Riihimäki and Niilo Kokko - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lasipalatsi || Viljo Revell (January 25, 1910 – November 8, 1964), Finnish architect of the functionalist school. In Finland he is best known for the design of the Lasipalatsi and Palace Hotel, both in Helsinki. Internationally Revell is best known for designing the Toronto City Hall, Canada. - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viljo_Revell || taivasalla.net - syyskuu 2012

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Eric Magnus Campbell Tigerstedt (August 4, 1887 – April 20, 1925) in 1935: Tigerstedt was one of the most significant inventors in Finland at the beginning of the 20th century, and has been called the "Thomas Edison of Finland". He was the first person to implement a working sound-on-film technology Finnish Civil War, Alva Edison, Victory Parade, German Government, Thomas Edison, Sound Recordings, World War I, Motion Picture

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Eric Magnus Campbell Tigerstedt (August 4, 1887 – April 20, 1925) in 1935: Tigerstedt was one of the most significant inventors in Finland at the beginning of the 20th century, and has been called the "Thomas Edison of Finland". He was the first person to implement a working sound-on-film technology

Söderskär light house, Mattlandet island, the lighthouse island outside Porvoo, Southern Finland. Söderskärs lighthouse's designer was Albert Edelfelt (famous Painter's father). Toimi majakkana 1989 asti, nyk.matkailukohde. Water Pictures, Water Pics, Lighthouse Lighting, Porvoo, Harbor Lights, Scenic Routes, Light House

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Söderskär light house, Mattlandet island, the lighthouse island outside Porvoo, Southern Finland. Söderskärs lighthouse's designer was Albert Edelfelt (famous Painter's father). Toimi majakkana 1989 asti, nyk.matkailukohde.

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Porvoo, Finland.The town is famed for its "Old Town",a dense medieval street pattern with predominantly wooden houses.The Old Town came close to being demolished in the 19th century by a new urban plan for the city.The plan was cancelled due to a popular resistance headed by Count Louis Sparre. Beautiful Streets, Beautiful Places, Lappeenranta, Stone Street, Travel Destinations Unique, Enjoy Your Vacation, Paving Stones

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Porvoo, Finland.The town is famed for its "Old Town",a dense medieval street pattern with predominantly wooden houses.The Old Town came close to being demolished in the 19th century by a new urban plan for the city.The plan was cancelled due to a popular resistance headed by Count Louis Sparre.