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| Old factories in the city centre |
Tammerkoski rapids and old factories Tampere was founded in 1779 by Gustav the Third on the bank of Tammerkoski rapids. This is one of the official national scenic areas in Finland. The oldest building in the city is the Old Church in Messukylä built in 1434. |
| Old buildings in the city centre |
Basic facts Tampere is situated 173 kilometers from Helsinki and there are very good train connections from Helsinki to Tampere. There are about 201 200 inhabitants in Tampere. |
| The Workers' House Museum |
Worth visiting Tampere is one of the must cities for travellers in Finland. You can visit Moomin Valley and dozens of other museums, Särkänniemi Amusement Park (also Planetarium, Delphinarium, Children`s Zoo, Art Museum), Näsinneula Observation Tower (168 meters!), Pyynikki Ridge (the world´s highest ridge dating back to the Ice Age, beautiful scenery, old houses) and other famous attractions in Tampere. Remember also took part in lake cruises and relax! :) Finlandia |
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| Pros: | "Moominvalley, Särkänniemi amusement park, Pyynikki Ridge with old houses, dozens of museums, Spa Hotel Tampereen Kylpylä" | | Cons: | "Most activities in Särkänniemi closed in the winter" | | In A Nutshell: | "The must city for a tourist visiting Finland" |
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