Lapland. Recreation and entertainment
Rating: 9,1/10 (1233 votes)  HolidaysLapland is home to some of the most famous ski resorts in Finland, and also the famous birthplace of Santa Claus. RovaniemiRovaniemi is the capital of Lapland and a wonderful ski resort located at the Arctic Circle. The city is also famous as the homeland of Santa Claus, there is a real famous village of Santa Claus (in other cities is his residence), many winter attractions and other excursion objects.  Recently, a research and exhibition The Arctic Center, in which tells about the nature and life of the northern part of the earth. The city also houses a well-equipped sports ski center Ounasvaara. Popular here and excursions to Arctic Circle, which is located just 8 km from city. The city's ski resort is perfect for beginner skiers ... There are nine equipped ski slopes, the slopes are equipped with four lifts. For snowboarders, there is a half-pipe at the resort. All lovers of flat trails will be able to appreciate 100 kilometers of excellent trails, some of which are illuminated. The ski season at the resort starts from the end of November. LeviThe Levi resort is located in west of Lapland, 100 kilometers from the Arctic Circle. Often, the resort hosts stages of competitions for the World Cup and Europe in various alpine skiing sports. The resort is the only place in Finland where a gondola cable car was built and where international slalom competitions are held. Every year the resort opens new lifts and tracks, making skiing more varied. The slopes of the resort are ideal for both professional skiers and beginners. There is also a ski school, where experienced Russian-speaking instructors will be able to teach skiing to both adults and children. In addition, the resort has an extensive network of trails designed for snowmobiles (600 kilometers) and flat trails (230 kilometers, some of which are illuminated). For children at the resort there is a children's playground with sports and interesting games, a ski school, a game entertainment center. PyhaThe Pyha resort is located in Pyhatunturi district, 53 kilometers beyond the Arctic Circle. The natural ski season at the resort lasts from end of November to May, and special snow cannons maintain the density and the required thickness of the snow cover throughout the year. The slopes of the resort are very popular with fans of extreme skiing. For fans of snowmobiling, the resort has 250 kilometers of excellent trails. It is also home to one of the most difficult slopes in Finland Shout of a Man. There is a ski school in the resort. SaariselkaSaariselka is the northernmost resort in Lapland, located in the territory of the Urho Kekkonen National Park, which was named after the former President of Finland. The ski slopes are located 900 meters from the resort. They are ideal for middle class skiers. Walking ski trails start next to cottages and hotels, the total length of trails is 250 kilometers, 40 kilometers from of them are illuminated. Also among the tundra lies 65 kilometers of excellent tracks for snowmobiles. The ski season at the resort lasts from late October to early May. In addition to activities downhill skiing in Saariselka, you can visit several museums (in in particular the Gold Museum and Sami Ethnographic Museum) and the most northerly in country and in all Europe, water entertainment center - water park Holiday Club Saariselka. YllasThe resort occupies one of the leading places in Finland in terms of the length of ski slopes and height difference. In 2002 Yllas was recognized as the best ski resort in the country. The resort is divided into two villages: Yllasjarvi on the south side of the hill and Jakaslompolo on the north side. The main skiing area is also divided into two areas: on the side of Yllasjarvi there is a zone Isu-Yllas, and on the side of Yakaslompolo - Yllas-Ski. Both of these areas are connected by lifts. For children at the resort is equipped with playgrounds, children's slopes, a slide with sharp turns, tunnels and jumps and much more. The resort is famous for the most extensive network of flat trails in the country, the total length of which is 250 kilometers. There are also a variety of opportunities for active winter recreation: cross-country and downhill skiing, telemark, snowboarding, off-piste skiing. Yllas has the only Super-G highway in the country. The ski season at the resort is open from beginning of December to beginning of May. A popular excursion in Yllas is an excursion to the so-called"Lapland Hell" - a deep lake surrounded by high rocks, where the ancient Lapps performed ritual sacrifices.  SallaThe Salla resort is located in South Lapland, which is famous for its excellent ski resorts. The resort is perfect for families. In 2003, the World Championship in downhill skiing and European Cup in freestyle were held here. The resort has 12 excellently prepared and equipped tracks. There are slopes and for beginner skiers and for professionals. The maximum vertical drop is 230 meters, the longest track has a length of 1.3 kilometers. For lovers of snowboarding, the resort has half-pipe and street. Lovers of cross-country skiing will appreciate the well-prepared trails, passing through the forests and hills. The ski season at the resort lasts from mid November to early May. We also recommend reading Himos. Recreation and entertainment Topic: Lapland. Recreation and entertainment. |
