Just like Helsinki, Turku also had their very own Night of the Arts. To celebrate, there was a city-wide lantern picnic in one of Turku’s beautiful parks. Lanterns of all shapes and sizes were placed throughout the park, along with small stages for entertainment. Unfortunately, it rained for most of the day so the ground … More Turku – Night of the Arts
The circus has come to town here in Turku, the Future Circus Festival that is. Tonight was the opening event of the week-long circus and it included live music, fire juggling, and a tight rope walker. Fun way to spend a summer evening in Finland!
While walking along the Aurajoki River yesterday, we came across what is referred to as a “modern day Noah’s Ark.” The small boat is covered in taxidermic animals, both inside and out and serves to remind us that we must be aware of nature and how our actions directly affect wild animals well-being. It was … More Noah’s Ark
Our third and final visitor arrived here in Finland this past weekend, and on her first full day we decided to rent a car and head up North. It was very difficult to find an automatic car for rent. America (I think) is pretty much the only country with the majority of cars being automatic … More Up North
Don’t you love the feeling of peeling wet jeans, shoes, shirt etc. etc. off? Well, that what we got today for gawking. Britt & I decided to head out on a short bike ride down to the castle and back, and on our way we noticed an old train engine heading towards the harbor. We … More Gawkers
The Wild Rose 