Espoo – Feast of Flashy Flavour

One of the major cities of Finland with multiple tourist draws of historical museums, many lakes which turn into skiing tracts in winter and amazing parks, Espoo is a true feast to eyes and a great travel destination all year round.

History:
Espoo has a rich history and inhabitation began 9,000 years ago. Originally a rural town, it grew over the years to one of the industrial cities of Finland.

Popular places:
WeeGee, the cluster of museums homes the amazing glass structure ‘EMMA- Espoo Museum of Modern Art’, which boasts of contemporary art of Finland besides holding some amazing international art exhibitions. WeeGee also has clock and toy museum. Espoo cathedral, which also is the oldest building of Espoo, dates back to the 15th century. It is not only with rich history but its landscape is also engrossing.  Retracing visitors to the glorious era of arts in Espoo, Gallen-Kallela studio museum named after the famous native artist Akseli Gallen-Kallela homes his graphics, paintings, sculptures. The country side of Tapiola with its beautiful gardens draws most visitors. Tapiola tower depicts its urban life and is one of the landmarks. Visitors can have astonishing experience by exploring the natural Nuuksio National Park where visitors can have active holiday with cycling, hiking, and trekking. Besides, stroll or fishing along the many lakes or sailing by the sea also draws visitors.

Getting around:
Espoo can be reached either by air or by ferries from Helsinki and buses are the better options to get around. Hired bikes and cars are also used to get around while a guide cruise can be the better way to explore the beauty of the place.

Places of Entertainment:
By virtue of its natural landscape, Espoo enables hiking and trekking. Many bowling alleys and gold clubs offer varied recreational options. Many shopping malls, boutiques in the centre of Tapiola dotted with cafes enable a memorable experience. There are many pubs and clubs spurring a lively night life.

Accommodation Options:
Options for accommodation in Espoo entail luxury hotel resorts, bed and breakfast, motels, guesthouse, budget hotels, youth hostels, sea side resorts and camp site.

Currency:
Espoo, Finland being a part of Euro zone has Euro as its currency, which is readily available at any of the foreign exchange counters.

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