In Turku, Finland, the country’s oldest city and its former capital, thousands gathered in August last year for the city’s Pride Parade — officially a “protest march” — through the 13th-century ...

Turku Cathedral is a landmark of this Finnish city. As with all of the Nordic region, Finland is known for its striking natural beauty. Lakes and forests cover much of the country, yet the majority of ...

OULU, Finland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The City of Oulu, Finland, and French company Verso Energy have signed a co-operation agreement aiming to build a hydrogen processing plant in Oulu. Verso Energy ...

Finland’s oldest city and former capital is well worth a visit, with buzzing bars, restaurants and museums, plus 20,000 islets to explore Quiz question: which is the oldest city in Finland and became ...

TURKU, Finland, May 12 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - Famed for its medieval castle and lofty cathedral, Finland's oldest city is winning admirers for a less likely attraction as it strives to be one ...

Finland is a vast country of 180,000 lakes and 76 per cent forest, but the population is very small at only 5.5 million. Perhaps it’s no coincidence then that it was voted the happiest country in the ...

Is there anywhere more festive than Finland at Christmas? Home to Father Christmas, the Nordic country knows how to make the holiday season special. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT We use your ...