This archipelago homestead-turned-museum has remained the same since its last resident, born in 1897, died in 1973.

These large stone piles are ancient burial sites.

Home to the finest collection of peasant boats in Finland.

Hundreds of signs pointing to the birthplaces of current Helsinki residents form stalactites on the ceiling of the cave-like Kamppi metro station.

These lakeside pictographs were some of the first pieces of prehistoric artwork found in Finland.

One of the oldest structures in Helsinki is this burrow grave that dates back to the Bronze Age.

Dedicated to the outnumbered Finnish forces who pushed back Soviet forces during the conflict.

An incredibly durable timepiece glows beneath shoppers' feet.

This once-mighty brick factory is now a unique museum experience.

Every summer, an open-air swimming pool appears at the base of a Finnish city's beloved winter attraction.

In the waters outside Helsinki, a tiny island once used as a military outpost now welcomes visitors.

A long-disputed lighthouse built on the wrong side of a Finnish/Swedish island.

This bed and breakfast is steeped in history and offers guests a unique way to experience nature—glass igloos on a frozen lake.

This restaurant combines two Finnish traditions in one place: warm-weather relaxation and outdoor carpet-cleaning.

The last permanent exhibit dedicated to the Soviet leader.

The tallest lighthouse in the Nordic countries was also the site of a bloody World War II battle.

These 5,000-year-old cave paintings provide a glimpse into prehistoric Finnish life.

This cairn marks the only place where Central European Time, Eastern European Time, and Further-eastern European Time meet.

A 246-foot-high revolving restaurant rises unexpectedly from a forested Finnish hilltop.

Finnish lake, and scene of an infamous murder mystery.

A beautiful Arctic museum and nature center preserves the culture of the Sámi people.

If you visit Santa's village, you can get your passport stamped to show you crossed into the Arctic Circle.

Hidden deep in a forest is this geological wonder carved by glaciers.

In the Hugging Tree Forest, lingonberry marshmallows, hot chocolates, and the best campfire lattes north of the Arctic Circle come to you.