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Strengths of Saimaa<\/h1>\n

Nature, culture, activities, and food are the four strengths of Saimaa<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n[vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1618559574097{padding-top: 40px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Saimaa is authentic. Clean nature, changing seasons, diverse cultural sites and delicious culinary experiences invite you to enjoy unique experiences at Saimaa.<\/p>\n

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Sustainable nature travel in Saimaa Geopark<\/h2>\n

Saimaa is a Geopark recognised by UNESCO, full of interesting natural attractions, geological and historical sites such as the Astuvansalmi rock paintings, Neitvuori hill and Punkaharju ridges and the Kolovesi and Linnasaari national parks. The greatest natural wonder of Saimaa is the most endangered seal in the world \u2013 the Saimaa ringed seal, which has inhabited Saimaa for more than 8,000 years. This cuddly cutie can also be sighted on a seal trip in Saimaa.<\/p>\n

Activities and well-being for all seasons<\/h2>\n

You can easily reach the national parks, nature sites and trails in the Saimaa region from any direction and by any means of transport. Themed routes around the cities of Mikkeli, Varkaus and Savonlinna include great rural sites, wonderful restaurants and accommodation, as well as unique attractions.<\/p>\n

Of course, Saimaa is also a paradise for summer visitors and those enjoying lake-front saunas. Clean, peaceful shores, atmospheric sunrises and sunsets, gentle steams and a dip in the fresh lake water are well-being at its best.<\/p>\n

Saimaa culture combines traditions and new developments<\/h2>\n

Saimaa has been an important waterway between East and West for thousands of years. The culture of the area has been marked by agriculture, wars, castles and manors, the way of life in rural villages and archipelago. Dozens of specialties have been created in the region, some worth visiting are listed here:<\/p>\n