Savonlinna Attractions
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Post code: SF-57100
Savonlinna, a popular spa and holiday resort, lies in the middle of the Saimaa lake system in southeastern Finland, between the Haapavesi to the north and the Pihlajavesi to the south. The town grew up around the castle of Olavinlinna and received its municipal charter in 1639. The oldest part of the town is picturesquely situated on an island between two waterways, with the newer districts on the mainland to the west. Savonlinna is one of the main centers of the boat services on Lake Saimaa.
Savonlinna, a popular spa and holiday resort, lies in the middle of the Saimaa lake system in southeastern Finland, between the Haapavesi to the north and the Pihlajavesi to the south. The town grew up around the castle of Olavinlinna and received its municipal charter in 1639. The oldest part of the town is picturesquely situated on an island between two waterways, with the newer districts on the mainland to the west. Savonlinna is one of the main centers of the boat services on Lake Saimaa.
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Olavinlinna Castle (Olofsborg Castle)
Olavinlinna Castle stands on a small island, surrounded by water and joined to mainland by a bridge. It was created in the 15th C but later expanded. Inside the castle is a museum.
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Events
Savonlinna is particularly well known for the International Opera Festival, in addition to the International Snow Sculpture Competition, and the Olujaiset Festival.
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International Opera Festival
The famous International Opera Festival is held each summer at the Olavinlinna Castle.
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Olavinlinna Castle / Olofsborg Castle, Savonlinna
Olavinlinna Castle / Olofsborg Castle, Savonlinna
Olavinlinna Castle / Olofsborg Castle, Savonlinna
Olavinlinna Castle / Olofsborg Castle, Savonlinna
Olavinlinna Castle / Olofsborg Castle, Savonlinna
