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UNESCO World Heritage Sites

In Finland we are humble people, but we are also proud to be home to 7 UNESCO world Heritage sites. Two of which are located in the Central-Finland region.

 

Welcome to explore them with us!​

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10-Day UNESCO Canoe Tour
in Central Finland

Petäjävesi Church, Struve Chain and Karikkoselkä meteorite lake

Take on a 10-day adventure paddling and hiking to 2 UNESCO world heritage sites and historical sights like the Karikkojärvi meteorite lake.

Struve Geodetic Arc

45km from Jyväskylä

Explore the Oravivuori Measuring Tower, which is Finland’s measuring point of Struve's Geodetic Arc.

The Struve Arc was the first large-scale international project, spanning 10 countries, to accurately measure a long meridian arc to determine the size of the Earth.

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Petäjävesi and Karikkoselkä

30km from Jyväskylä

Two unique destinations in Central Finland, combining cultural history and natural beauty. The old wooden church in Petäjävesi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the rare meteorite lake in the Karikkoselkä, formed millions of years ago, will provide you with an enriching and unforgettable experience.

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