Tampere, Finland: A tourist destination where humanity and nature interweave

Tampere is a lake port city in southwestern Finland and the largest inland city in Northern Europe. There are many places worth visiting. - Attractions: If you want to see the cultural landscape, you can go to the Moomin Museum, which is the only Moomin Museum in the world; the Lenin Museum is also not to be missed, where you can learn about Lenin’s activities in Finland. If you like natural scenery, you can climb the observation tower of Pyynikki Park to overlook the panoramic view of the city and the surrounding lake; or take a stroll in Näsi Park to enjoy the tranquility. If you want to experience excitement, Serkeniemi Adventure Park has a wealth of entertainment facilities and an Angry Birds theme park. - Transportation: From Helsinki to Tampere, it takes about 40 minutes by plane, about 2 hours by train, and about 2 and a half hours by bus. Tampere-Pirkkala Airport is 13 km from the city centre and can be reached by bus number 61. Transportation in the city is operated by TKL, and you can choose buses, trams, etc. - Food: Local specialties include Tampere black sausage, salmon cream soup, and Gvari toast. - When to go: Summer (June to August) has a mild climate and is suitable for outdoor activities; winter (December to February) allows you to experience ice and snow activities and even have a chance to see the Northern Lights.