I must say that transport in Finland is quite expensive. From Joensuu to Kuopio of all kilometers 150, and the cost of a 25 euro ticket costs, that is, about a thousand rubles. When buying tickets on the bus station in Joensuu, a funny incident occurred. Going to the checkout I in English asked for tickets to Kuopio, and from Kuopio a few hours later we needed to go to Nurmes. In general, in Finland, young people communicate well in English, but the guy at the checkout with this was more worse than me. After several attempts to understand what is all the same, I need a guy in despair asked: "Or maybe you speak Russian?". He is not Russian, but it says that it speaks and understands not bad, in any case exactly better than in English. Accordingly, we quickly understood each other and after a few minutes they were rushed at Finnish spaces by bus.
The city of Kuopio - the capital of the province of Northern Savo, a little more Joensuu. As we were told, Finnish cities are very similar to each other. Partly it turned out to be true, but not so much that it was not interesting to walk on a new city for himself. So, we arrived at the bus station.
Railway station is located nearby
Probably the most beautiful city hall building. It is facing the trading area, and if you go from the station, you first see the back of the same. Let's not break chronology and first come from the rear
Here is some monument to young people
This sculpture is called "complex interest." But this literal translation of the inscription on the monument is most likely there is some other interpretation. Further, if I understand correctly, it is written "shoemakers founded by the National Trade Society."
It is even more difficult to understand. Toli contemporary art, Toli capsule, in which cosmonauts descend)) But, given the fact that the finns into space have not flown yet, rather first
Near shopping centers. By the way, large centers in Finland are even in very small towns
And we go to the shopping area and here you already see the facade of the town hall
We are not lucky a little, as one of the symbols of Kuopio - the indoor market, built at the end of the 19th century in the style of Modern, was on the reconstruction and was in this form
A little walking away from the square. Museum of Art
We approached the Lutheran Cathedral
The cathedral was opened, so passed inside
Another example of how technological progress serves for the benefit of the church. It did not, however, raise the phone, so I don't even know what it's all. Otherwise, direct connection with God
And for the first time I saw the church in which the free public toilet is located
And this species opens from the door of the church
Near this is such a Zdanian. Judging by the sign, something related to security
Monument to the writer Yohan Wilhelm Snellman
In the hundred meters is a school that bears the name of Smellman
Museum of the city of Kuopio
Judging by the anchor approach the port
This, so to speak, port Station
And this, as I understand it, port warehouses
Types of Lake Callava
Ships in the port in anticipation of the ambulance
Another version of evolution
Farcomat. Parking prices, as you can see, also draconian
Sokos hotels seems to be in every Finnish city
Memorial to the dead soldiers. Around the monument broken by Square
And a few more photos from the streets of the city without unnecessary words)
After all the goals around the city, we had another time and we decided to devote him to a campaign to the tower Puyo. Now this is a television tower, plus there is a restaurant on a rotating platform. From the bus station to the tower of the whole kilometer two, however most of this path lies up, so we almost were late for the bus. It was not time to rise to it, of course, did not have time, but still saw the tower near, after which they sat on the bus, which was diverted to Nurmes. But about this already in the next story
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Kuopio from A to Z: Map, hotels, attractions, restaurants, entertainment. Shopping, shops. Photo, video and reviews about Kuopio.
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The airport is located 14 kilometers from the city, from it to the center of Kuopio often go buses, a trip to which will cost an adult at 6 EUR, children from 7 to 16 years old - at 3 EUR. You can take a taxi - about 20 EUR. Prices on the page are shown in April 2019.
In Kuopio, there is a huge number of cycling tracks, for which you can easily get to the right place, taking a bike rental.
Maps Kuopio
Hotels in Kuopio
In Kuopio you can stay in both the usual hotel and in a small cottage surrounded by the forest. The small cozy Puijo Koto Hotel is located near the city center, near the Puijo ski stadium, and the prices are extremely democratic. On the territory of Rauhalahti SPA Hotel you will find several restaurants, clubs and spa with sauna and pools, however, the cost of living there is somewhat higher.
On the territory of Holiday Center Rauhalahti there are many cottages of various sizes, 11 of which are open and in winter, in the summer there is a campsite there, and quite close to the cottages there is Rauhalahti Spa.
Restaurants
The Sampo restaurant has most transfers the atmosphere of the city - not to mention the fact that there is preparing canceled fish. The cozy Old Restaurant Peräniemen Kasino is located right on the shores of the lake, and from its terrace opens a beautiful view.
In addition, you can visit Kummisetä or Viking Restaurant Harald, and the real gourmet should certainly look at Musta Lammas.
Weather in Kuopio.
Shopping and shops
In KalakukukKoleipomo Hanna Partanen, open from Monday to Saturday from 06:00 to 21:00 You can buy the local Kalakukko fish cakes prepared in compliance with all traditions. Souvenirs and gifts can be bought at Hallin Käsityökammari or on the Pikku-Pietari Alley. And accessories for the bath and sauna are sold at a special store in Kuopio shopping mall.
Winter Landscapes from Kuopio Tower
Entertainment and Attractions Kuopio
Puijo Tower - located behind the city of Tower, standing on a large hill. It offers stunning views of the nearby lakes. The Museum of the Orthodox Church is one of the main Orthodox museums in Europe, is located in the very center of the city. Minna Cant is a house in which the famous Finnish writer lived. It is believed that many of her works were written exactly there.
In the center of the photograph of Viktor Barsokevich, the works of Finnish and foreign photographers are exhibited. In the summer, exhibitions are held in the center. In the summer, it is open from 10:00 to 18:00 on weekdays and from 11:00 to 16:00 on weekends, and from September to May - from 11:00 to 17:00 on weekdays and from 11:00 to 15:00 on weekends.
Kuopio was founded in 1775, and now is a rapidly developing modern city, where science and technology are harmoniously combined with the beauty of local nature. The ninth largest city of Finland is located in the center of Lake Callava (Kalvesi), and most of it is located on the islands. This includes other than the development of the city of the archipelago (SaaristokauNKI). Of the 1200 km2 of Kuopio territory, one third is water, and half - the forest; Local nature amazes with its magnificence, a variety of flora and fauna.
Kuopio and the surrounding area are that to offer tourists, namely many ways to leisure, both in long summer days and in the snow-white winter time. In this area, where lakes and islands prevail, you can go into one of the boat cruises, as well as try other water entertainment: sailing, windsurfing, water skiing and water bikes. Visit the city center, where the lively market square is surrounded by the best shops and shopping centers, there is also a magnificent Kuopion Kauppahalli (shopping center), in which you can buy fresh quality products. It has been opened since 1902; 20 local vendors will offer you homemade bread, cheese, spices, fresh meat, fish, vegetables, tea, coffee, candy and much more. When you are in Kuopio, be sure to try the local delicacy of Kalakukko (Kalakukko) - Finnish fish pie, or one of the many corporate dishes of the region - various variations of the cooking of SIG fish.
Winter in Kuopio is ideal for the study of the picturesque neighborhoods of the city. You can choose a snowmobile as a vehicle and drove along the conveniently laid tracks, ride skiing in the forests or on frozen lakes, as well as visit the very popular Tahko ski centers (Tahko), Qasurila (Kasurila) or Puijo. If you dreamed of a calchent vacation - be sure to try silent fishing!
Puyo is especially well known as the venue of winter sports events, including ski competitions, jumping from springboard and skiing. International athletes of higher discharge are trained and participate in competitions in Puyo, the main ski races are held every year. Puyo is widely known thanks to the world ski championship, as well as national and international champion competitions. Even those who are not interested in skis, we highly recommend visiting Puyo Tower. You can enjoy dinner in a rotating restaurant, in which local delicacies will be offered, while admiring the breathtaking view of the panorama. The vertex of Mount Puyo is one of the favorite places of rest in Kuopio. There are many tracks and a large network of tourist routes specifically for you. Experience all the variety of terrain, walking on two pedestrian trails.
If you relax with children, you have a number of opportunities. Just a few steps from the city center - and you are on the beautiful sandy beaches of the lake, where you can swim in warm water, use the platform for jumping or just lie down in the sun. Kuopio Zoo contains about 40 different biological species and more than 200 animals with which children can communicate. Located near Leppävirta (Leppävirta) is Phayaharju, which will be discovered for you in the summer. From June to August, you can enjoy the Hoksopoly Family Amusement Park (Hoksopoly), which is a unique gaming field in full size, where children with parents can play together. On the way to Finish, players solve puzzles and perform tasks that require different skills. If it is raining, you can take children to the room of the entertainment center of Hoplop, where they can come down and have nothing to get enough.
Kuopio was founded by the Governor-General Peter Brach in 1653, but received the status of the city only on November 17, 1775 by order of the Swedish king Gustav III. This day is considered the official date of the founding of the city.
In the 19th century, Eastern Finland improved transport links, thanks to which it turned out to be in a very profitable position. In 1856, the construction of the Saimen Channel was completed, opening the access to the world oceans. In 1858, Kuopio provided the right to practice direct external trade. The most important export products were oil and wood. Railway Province Savo reached Kuopio in 1889. By the end of the century, large-scale industrial sites were founded in Kuopio and around it: sawmills, cotton factory. Industry has developed to use local agricultural products for the production of goods. Currently, the main city of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, remains the center of the forest industry and an important shopping intersection on Syme.
Kuopio - Natural Beauty City
At the same time, Kuopio is a city of natural beauty located on the shores of Lake Callava (Kalvesi) with his thousands of islands and protected forests, offers vivid impressions regardless of the time of year. Summer in Kuopio is exciting water cruises and tours on the heights, high-speed trips on boats and water scooters, hiking in kayaks and canoeing, fishing, safari on quad bikes and other activities of outdoor activities.
In winter, when the water of Lake Callava is covered with ice, it comes time for skating and snowmobiles. Winter fishing, snowshoe hiking, skiing and motor-skiing, dog sledding safaris and even snow golf - winter entertainment is not inferior in a variety of summer!
City symbol and natural reserve Puyo
The symbol of the city is 75 metering tower with a rotating restaurant, standing on the top of Mount Puijo. From its observation deck offers a magnificent view of the entire city, islands and lakes. On the territory of Puyo is the oldest reserve in Finland, which was founded in 1928. Rare birds live here and unique plant species grow. Walk through the reserve - a favorite view of the rest of many tourists.
In winter, the entertainment center opened on Mount Puyo. Two tracks of 400 and 700 meters long are laid here. A ski school is running nearby, in which you can rent a ski inventory. And this is the only school in the world, which teaches all the people who want to jump from a springboard. The fans of the cross-country ski also did not forget - the length of the prepared skiing is 45 km.
Ski resorts in the vicinity of Kuopio
Just an hour's ride from Kuopio is popular with magnificent slopes and apre-ski programs, and 20 minutes are a small, attractive for family recreation and snowboarders.
The largest annual events in Kuopio
Kuopio is also a city of cultural leisure. Fairs and festivals are regularly held in the city, the largest - dance festival, the international wine festival, the FINLAND ICE Marathon skating holiday.
Dance Festival Kuopio Tanssii Ja Soi
The museum was founded in 1957, the building was built in 1969. Icons, liturgical textiles and sacred items from Monasteries of Valaam and Konevets are exhibited here; Most of the exhibits were evacuated during the war from monasteries and parishes of Karelia, which are now located in the Russian territory. Most of the collection of the museum refers to the 18-19 centuries, and the oldest things - to middle eyelids. The legend states that the oldest items belong to the founder of the Konetcian Monastery to Arzeny Konereskom. It is a mug of coffee, a wooden cross and a golden cross-relic, decorated with pearls and precious stones produced from the Karelia rivers. There are many luxurious expensive gifts among exhibits. Gifts to monasteries did members of the royal family and rich merchants. One of the oldest textiles - the times of Ivan the Terrible, presented by the monastery presented by the monastery of two boyars in 1551. The saint of Arseny Koneletsky is depicted on the bedspread. The bedspread may be made in the sewing workshop of Efrosiny Staritsky - the aunts of Ivan the Terrible. It is painted with gold and embroidered with silk patterns. Another bedspread was presented to the Valaam monastery in 1858 of the Tsarev Maria Alexandrova. It is sewn from coronal brocade, woven to the coronation of Alexander II. It is said that the future queen itself took part in the work.
Museums Kuopio.
In addition to the Museum of the Orthodox Church, several museums of various topics can be visited in Kuopio:
Museum of the city of Kuopio
In the natural science of the Urban Museum, the Nature of Eastern Finland is presented, starting with antiquity. The most impressive exhibit is the woolly mammoth - the messenger from the distant glacial period. In the cultural and historical exposition presented the prehistory of Northern Savo. You will learn about the settlement of the district, their fishery and lifestyle. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions dedicated to the change of seasons and topical topics.
Kuopio Museum
The museum reveals Kuopio's construction history. Homework has been collected 1700-1930. On the territory there are 11 buildings in which the interiors of the apartments of merchants and officials of the 19th century reproduced, as well as the shoe workshop, the Portnovo shop and the old pharmacy, the room of the famous Finnish writer Minna Kant. An old cafe offers homemade pastries. Pob your cake baked by the recipe of Mine.
Museum of Art Kuopio.
Museum of arts of Kuopio is located in the building of the old bank. The collection of the museum includes mainly the works of Finnish art from the 19th century to the present day, while the main focus is made on the fine arts of its region, from the brothers von Wright and Yuho rissanene to the masters of contemporary art. The main themes of the museum meetings and exhibitions are nature and the environment.
Museum of cars
Created by motorists enthusiasts in 2002. The oldest car in the collection - "Sears" of 1909 release. Motorcycles, mopeds, bicycle with wooden rims and vintage tools are also represented.
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