Oulu - Wikipedia
WebOulu (/ ˈ oʊ l uː / OH-loo, Finnish: ⓘ; Swedish: Uleåborg [ʉːlɛɔˈbɔrj] ⓘ) is a city in Finland and the regional capital of North Ostrobothnia. It is located on the northwestern coast of the country at the mouth of the River Oulu.
Oulu is the European Capital of Culture 2026! - Visit Oulu
WebOulu is the European Capital of Culture 2026, together with 39 municipalities. The whole Northern Finland will awaken when the cultural events bring the region to life and inspire joy and creativity in people every day. This is a journey of several years, which will culminate in …
University of Oulu
WebHigh-level, impactful science. The University of Oulu is an internationally-recognised university. We generate new scientific knowledge and solutions to create a more sustainable, intelligent and humane world.
Tourism Oulu - Oulu Travel & Tourism Guide | Discovering Finland
WebWith a population of 130,000, Oulu is Finland’s 6th largest city. Tourist attractions Oulu. It is also the cultural capital of Northern Finland, with many artists, writers, and musicians living in the city, including the ‘shouting choir’ of Mieskuoro Huutajat, otherwise known as The Screaming Men.
Oulu – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WebRantakatu street by night. Oulun Lyseon Lukio upper secondary school and the Oulu Cathedral. Oulu is the capital of the province of Oulu and the region of Northern Ostrobothnia. It is the fifth largest municipality in Finland by population and the largest and most important in Northern Finland.
Oulu | Northern Lights, Arctic Circle, Coastal City | Britannica
WebOulu, city, west-central Finland, at the mouth of the Oulu River on the Gulf of Bothnia. During the European Middle Ages a trading post was located on the site. In 1590 the prospering settlement was fortified, and town rights were granted in 1610. The fortress was destroyed by an explosion in 1793,
Discover Oulu | Visit Finland
WebAs the biggest commercial, logistics and cultural hub in the region, Oulu is often called the Capital of Northern Scandinavia. It’s a vibrant city that holds over 700 events annually, including one-of-a-kind experiences such as the World Air Guitar Championships, Polar Bear Pitching, The Irish Festival of Oulu and Qstock music festival.
Ouka.fi Home | City of Oulu
WebMeet Oulu, that quirky northern city by the sea. VisitOulu offers information for visitors and tourists in Oulu. Information about accommodations, activities, restaurants and events.
Oulu travel - Lonely Planet | Finland, Europe
WebFinland, Europe. Prosperous Oulu (Swedish: Uleåborg) is one of Finland’s most enjoyable cities to visit. In summer angled sunshine bathes the kauppatori (market square) in light and all seems well with the world. Locals, who appreciate daylight when they get it, crowd the terraces, and market stalls groan under the weight of Arctic berries.
Information about Oulu - InfoFinland
WebBasic information. The City of Oulu is located by the Gulf of Bothnia around 600 kilometres north of Helsinki. Oulu is the centre of Northern Finland. Oulu is the fifth largest city in Finland. Oulu's total population is 211,848 (31 December 2022).
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