Posio Lapland

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Posio, Finland  ·  Posio: its south location in Lapland,spectacular nature& possibilities for many activities welcome tourists all year around. Come experience the magic of Laplan
Posio Lapland
Sirniö Smith Village
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Sirniö Smith Village / The village of Sirniö in South Posio is well known for its smithery traditions. The international blacksmith event has been organised in Sirniö every June since 1998. More information at www.posio.fi
Korouoma Nature Reserve
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Korouoma Nature Reserve / Korouoma is a rugged canyon hundreds of millions of years old in Posio, Lapland. The deepest point of the canyon is the central section at 100-130 metres deep. The canyon and its high cliffs form an impressive landscape and hiking area to enjoy throughout the year. The region has a diverse range of different nature types with ridge terrain and small groves. In the wintertime Korouoma offers excellent possibilities for ice climbing. More information at www.posio.fi
Riisitunturi National Park
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Riisitunturi National Park / Riisitunturi National Park in Posio was chosen as Finland's Trekking Destination of the Year in 2010. The national park is know expecially for its snow frost covered trees in winter. Riisitunturi is a year-round destination and offers great possibilities for especially skiing, hiking, and snowshoeing. View from the top of the fell gives over to Lake Kitka and on a clear day all the way to the Ruka fell. Services for the hikers: marked trails, wilderness huts and lean-to shelters. www.posio.fi
Posio, Lapland
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Posio, Lapland / Posio is renowned for its large water and wilderness areas. The four seasons of nature are each very different in Lapland. The northern location makes the winters dark and cold, where as summer is warm and the sun never sets. Spring and Autumn ar the times when these two extremes are battling of who gets to take over. More information at www.posio.fi
Northern Lights - Aurora Borealis
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Northern Lights - Aurora Borealis / Northern Lights are a light phenomenon caused by solar storms. On Winter 2012-2013 the solar activity will be at eleven year high, making it the best time for Aurora hunting in many years. www.posio.fi
Pentik-mäki Culture Centre
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Pentik-mäki Culture Centre / Anu Pentik founded the ceramic design company Pentik Oy in 1971 to Posio. Today Pentik is one of the most popular interior design companies in Finland with stores all over Scandinavia. Pentik-mäki Culture Centre is a renowned cultural and shopping tourism site in the Posio centre beside the world’s northern most ceramics factory.
The Old Homestead & Farming
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The Old Homestead & Farming / Everything from nature to barns and animals. Old farm style. If you want to join this board go to first board and sign up! Please No Spam! Have fun, *Stardust*
Over The Rainbow
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Over The Rainbow / Rainbows are everywhere in nature, art and color! Pin your very best rainbow and colors please...no small pins, have fun! This board is NOT open to anyone but who I invite. I was spammed today on 7 boards. Only the best trusted people will be invited by me. *Stardust* 12/12/12 @12:12pm
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"Kämppäilta" Photo by Pekka Koski
Unbelievable Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) in Lapland, Finland
Northern Light above Riisitunturi in -40 degrees. Photo by Sven Začek /Wild Wonders of Europe
Northern Lights above Riisitunturi in Posio, Lapland. Photo by Markku Pirttimaa
Northern lights above Riisitunturi in Posio, Lapland. Photo by Markku Pirttimaa
Pernu, Posio. Photo by Tiina

northern lights, october 2012 lapland finland © All Rights Reserved

Pernu, Posio. Photo by Tiina
Northern Lights above Riisitunturi National Park. Photo by Markku Pirttimaa
First snow arrived to Posio 16.10.2012 at 1 pm!

First snow arrived to Posio at 1 pm!

Unbelievable Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) in Lapland, Finland
Valaistu! Posio culture event is organized annually in September

Posio culture event is organized annually in September

The summer and winter of Korouoma are all about contrasts

The summer and winter of Korouoma are all about contrasts

Valaistu! Posio culture event is held annually in September

Posio culture event is held annually in September

Horseback riding in Korouoma, Lapland

Horseback riding in Korouoma, Posio Finland

Floating sauna, Posio Lapland

Saunaship in Posio offers a unique sauna experience in the lappish nature.

Hiking in Riisitunturi, Lapland

Hiking in Riisitunturi, Lapland Posio Finland