For many of us live in temperate climes, rainy and dreary weather that winter brings a sufficient reason for the closed-inclusive vacation in the sunny beaches, the ground is warm. For those of us who enjoy the perks of cold, refreshing in a snowbound land, there are plenty of unique options. And the far north of Lapland, Finland Crown list this winter.
Santa Claus, snow, and the Huskies of the first things that spring to mind in reference to Lapland, but much more varied than the title to the land of Christmas and bearded men in red dress there. Capital of Lapland, Rovaniemi, is as cosmopolitan as it is in the frozen tundra - the center of northern Finland as business, culture and education, Rovaniemi to some of the best bars, hotels and restaurants is in Lapland.
Rovaniemi is easy to get around - inside and outside the province as a major center, is home to Rovaniemi airport and excellent travel links in and around the city. Surf trips to more remote areas outside the city, facilitated by tour guides and taxis are abundant, however, almost everything is within city limits has been reached on foot.
If you feel like indulging in a spot of sightseeing in and around Rovaniemi you can find lots of it. A number of visitors in the legendary Santa grottos around town and a lovely deer farm is located outside Rovaniemi: Santapark around the outside of the city lies 8km. You can also Artikum, or visit the Arctic, Rovaniemi Art Museum and Science Center, which specializes in contemporary art, Finnish and northern Europe.
Experience Lapland in winter
Highlight of the trip to Lapland in winter is undoubtedly a snowy landscape viewing experience is extensive. You provide no shortage of tour guides safaris its north pole, so you can slip in a snowmobile or sled through the tundra and the majestic splendor will find unspoiled Lapland. This winter, another major highlight in waiting: aurora borealis or northern lights. The northern lights can be seen throughout the year, if it is dark enough, the 11 - year deal this winter is at its peak. The promise of more opportunities to recognize this is a spectacular natural phenomenon. In addition, Lapland is one of the best places to see the aurora borealis in all its glory is.
Experience Lapland in winter
Resort of Ylläs, Lappish life gives you a real taste - Located within miles of pure white snow and pine forests full, Ylläs plays host to a huge collection of traditional Lappish winter sports bars and eateries. Cross country and downhill skiing as it (the second largest ski resort in Finland), Ylläs offers many other winter fun activities like husky or reindeer safaris, snowshoeing and ice fishing. If you feel adventurous you can even sauna, traditional Finnish ice for a few seconds before the race, the swim!
Resort of Ylläs
Lapland is the number of beautiful hotels in the cockles of your heart is warm outside temperatures below zero. Snowflake Hotels 4-star hotel, stylish and cozy with a nice restaurant specializing in local game dishes. The range of available rooms and apartments, with some even coming equipped with its own sauna, so you can warm up after a day in the snow there.
Snowflake Hotels 4-star hotel
Kieppi Hotel is the rural charm and traditional. Finnish pine paneled walls and roaring lobby fireplaces that reflect the look of the house open and it conjures images of sitting with a book and a cup of eggnog in a wind at night. Continue in the specialty restaurant serving Lappish homey charm.
Kieppi Hotel is the rural charm and traditional
Winter Wonderland Hotel embodies everything wonderful about Lapland - swathed with snow in the winter and into the cabin and the main building is a stunning hotel is dead. This hotel has a particular focus on the celebration, with Carol singings, tobogganing and other events celebrating at center stage, so if you are thinking about a trip to Lapland for a holiday it would be for you.
The Cool Winter Wonderland Hotel Picture