Loviisa Attractions
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5km/3mi east of Pernaja is the little town of Loviisa (Swedish Lovisa; pop. 9,000), picturesquely situated at the north end of the Lovisavik, a long inlet opening off the Gulf of Finland. The town, still mainly Swedish-speaking, was founded in 1745. It was originally called Degerby, but was renamed in 1752 in honor of Queen Luise Ulrike of Sweden, sister of Frederick the Great. In the center of the town, now a well-known health resort, are a large neo-Gothic church (1865) and the Town Hall (1856).
North of the town center is a trotting course, near which is the Municipal Museum. On the outskirts of the town are the remains of old fortifications.
North of the town center is a trotting course, near which is the Municipal Museum. On the outskirts of the town are the remains of old fortifications.
