Finland has long been renowned for the high quality of its school education, traditionally occupying the highest positions in international ranking systems. And now the country has begun discussing…
"When in Rome, do as the Romans do," says the Russian proverb. Finns say: "Maassa maan tavalla," that is, "In the country, according to the country's customs." How do the inhabitants of Finland…
In connection with the 100th anniversary of Finland's independence in 2017, a group of Finnish culinary experts decided that it was high time to elect an official national dish. The idea arose as…
Anyone who regularly goes to lunch at a Finnish restaurant knows what to expect for lunch on Thursday: pea soup will definitely be on the menu. It looks thick and porridge-like, and to be honest, not…
Are you planning to take up alpine skiing and conquer new heights? Do you crave speed and extreme sports? The rounded hills of Finnish Lapland offer skiers and snowboarders ski slopes of all…
Finland is one of the northernmost permanently inhabited territories in the world. Winter in this country, depending on the geographical latitude and the year, lasts from 3 to 7 months. Winter in…
Finnish students can focus on their studies thanks to the state, which pays them a study grant and even acts as a guarantor for tuition loans. In this country, students receive study and travel…
To move to Finland, you must have a valid reason: study, work, business, or family ties. The final decision on applications for residence permits is made by the Finnish Immigration Service…
Prohibition, an incredibly difficult language, inability to dress – there are many myths about Finland that are not true. And this is not surprising – sometimes even the closest neighbors do not know…
Finnish comprehensive secondary schools are transitioning to a new curriculum this fall. Skeptics argue that the new teaching and learning method could lower Finland's ranking in the international…
Wild food is now popular all over the world. However, as the Finland.fi portal notes, there are few places in the world where nature is as accessible as in Finland. More than 75 species of edible and…
Have you ever dreamed of finding yourself on a magical island and feeling like a discoverer of unknown places, a treasure hunter, or a brave traveler? Now you have that opportunity – you just need to…