Kainuu

Kajanni, Kainuu’s main city, conjures up the past with memories of famous Finns such as Elias Lönnrot, Eino Leino and Urho Kekkonen. Its wonderful forests beckon visitors to its nearby national parks.

Visit Sotkamo for the Vuokatti tourist centre and Hiidenportti National Park.

Surrounded by coniferous forests and waterways, Kuhmo is an easy-going country village and an international centre of culture where over 200 events are held annually.

Located near the Russian border, Suomussalmi hosts Finland’s most impressive rock paintings, and is the former home of author Ilmari Kianto.