Tornio - Wikipedia
WEBTornio (Finnish:; Swedish: Torneå; Northern Sami: Duortnus [ˈtuo̯rtnuːs]; Inari Sami: Tuárnus) is a city and municipality in Lapland, Finland. The city forms a cross-border twin city together with Haparanda on the Swedish side.
Travel Guide Kemi & Tornio - Discovering Finland
WEBLess than 30 minutes north, nestled on the Swedish border, Tornio uniquely blends the two cultures in an exciting mixture of art, handicrafts and history. During the summer months visitors are attracted to the region by the white-water rivers and spectacular Bothnian Bay National Park archipelago, which provide a wealth of opportunities for ...
The Museum of Torne Valley - Tornio
WEBThe Museum of Torne Valley showcases Torne Valley culture and history on both sides of the Finnish-Swedish border. We specialize in the local way of life and border region phenomena. Our permanent exhibition highlights the traditional means of living, the history of Tornio and Haparanda, border trade, smuggling and marriages across the border.
Tornio – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBTornio (Swedish: Torneå) is a city in Finnish Lapland, by the border to Sweden. Tornio is mostly a summer destination or a place to visit for extensive shopping. While it may be a good place to view the northern lights , many things are closed during the winter – without necessarily being advertised as such.
History and Culture - HaparandaTornio
WEBThe scenic Tornio Valley is a geographical and cultural area in northern Finland and northern Sweden. The Tornio Valley is dominated by the free-flowing Tornionjoki river or Väylä, as we call it. The area is fertile and full of natural treasures: fish, game and berries. No wonder it is the earliest permanently inhabited area in Northern Finland.
Settlement of the Tornio River Valley - Part I - Jim O'Donnell
WEBJan 29, 2011 · It’s a political demarcation which divides a region that gave birth to a culture that lived from the Kalix River in the west to the Ounasjoki in the east and from the estuary north to Karesuando. The river has been described as a sort of “Main Street”.
History - Tornio
WEBIn 2021 the city celebrated its 400th anniversary since its founding in 1621. Tornio had developed into a hub of trade in Lapland by the 16th century, and held the distinction of being the northernmost city in the world for 168 years.
Tornio - Twin Cities of Lapland | Visit Finnish Lapland
WEBTornio (and its Swedish counterpart, Haparanda) in southern Lapland is a captivating blend of natural wonders and cultural richness. With its snow-kissed landscapes and thrilling outdoor activities like snowmobiling on the frozen sea and whitewater rafting, it’s a …
Tornio - Wikiwand
WEBTornio is a city and municipality in Lapland, Finland. The city forms a cross-border twin city together with Haparanda on the Swedish side. The municipality covers an area of 1,348.83 square kilometres (520.79 sq mi), of which 161.59 km2 (62.39 sq mi) is water.
What propels industrial symbiosis in the Kemi–Tornio region?
WEBThe Kemi–Tornio region in north Finland is important for industrial refinement and exports. It is responsible for 80% of Lapland’s industrial production. The region represents a junction where two regions in different countries, Finland and Sweden, operate together.
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