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Oulu is one of the largest cities in Finland, so its guests never experience a lack of shops and malls. They are widely presented not only on the central streets but also in remote districts, where you can also find many attractive shopping spots. The most interesting shopping streets for tourists are Isokatu, Kauppurienkatu, Uusikatu, Pakkahuoneenkatu, and Rotuaari where they can enjoy the highest concentration of souvenir shops selling locally-made goods. Thrifty travelers will like Citymarket department store offering its visitors a wide selection of fresh groceries and various non-food products. Here you can buy high-quality textiles from local manufacturers, comfortable casual clothes and shoes, as well as electronics and household goods. Prisma Hypermarket is perfect for families. It is known for a huge range of food products, as well as goods for children and adults. Many tourists come here for local canned fish, which is famous for its high quality, while others are attracted to affordable clothes and shoes. The hypermarket has children's clothes and toys departments - all the products presented are of decent quality. One of the largest shopping centers in town is Galleria. It's here that you should go in search of clothes and accessories of reputable European brands. Shopping pavilions selling Finnish sweaters and jackets, as well as other winter clothes and shoes, are particularly popular with tourists. Besides that, Galleria houses large cosmetics and perfume … Read further

Our guide to Oulu

Oulu sightseeing

Charles IX was the founder of Oulu, which received the status of the city in 1605. By the middle of the 18th century Oulu turned into the largest shipbuilding center from a simple port town. In 1882 almost all buildings were destroyed by fire, then the city was renewed from the ruins after the Second World War, so the largest part of the historical heritage is now lost. Despite the fact that this city has never been … Open

Cultural excursion through Oulu - things to see

Fans of walks around historical sites will probably be interested in exploring ancient Olavinlinna Castle. It was built in the 15th century by Danish knights for the purpose of protecting the newly captured territories. However, the castle has remained impregnable for less than a hundred years - it was captured and radically rebuilt by the Swedish invaders. Currently, the castle is fully converted into a museum … Open

Attractions and active leisure

In recent years, the Kierikki Stone Age Centre has been converted into a multipurpose tourist center whose guests can enjoy many unusual entertainments. It even has a small hotel so that everyone can stay here for a few days. In the vicinity of the archaeological area, there are fascinating hiking and cycling trails. Most of the entertainment is still available to guests in the summer. In the warmer months, … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

In Oulu, travelers can get acquainted with traditional Nordic cuisine typical of the northern regions of the Scandinavian Peninsula. This cuisine is dominated by fish and wild game dishes. It's only recently that it has replenished with a variety of vegetable dishes. The formation of regional gastronomic traditions was greatly influenced by the harsh northern climate. Here, it is difficult to grow vegetables and … Open

Traditions and mentality of Oulu

Oulu's largest summer festival is the Qstock Rock Festival, which has been held annually since 2003. It starts in the second half of July and is participated by both eminent rock stars and novice musicians for whom the festival becomes a great launching pad. In recent years, the Qstock is visited by at least 30,000 spectators, which makes it the largest music festival not only in the city but in Finland. On its … Open

Travel guide to Oulu

Not far from the city you'll find the unique Kierikki Stone Age Centre dedicated to the life of primitive people. In the area where the museum is currently located researchers have discovered sites of ancient people dating back to the 4th millennium BC. Today, it is of great archaeological value. The museum is designed in the style of early man site. Not long ago, a small themed hotel, as well as a great national … Open

Overview of festivals and celebrations in Finland

One of the main religious holidays of the country is April Easter. Its main action is the procession of the representatives of the three directions of Christianity. In large cities, theater performances on religious themes are displayed, and charity events are organized. Members of the family celebrate Easter with a festive dinner with a traditional rye pie “mammi”, cake, curd pasta, rye pudding and a lamb dish. Multicolored eggs are hidden in the house or garden, after which children try to search for them. In accordance with the pagan traditions of the celebration of the coming of spring, houses for Easter are decorated with flowers and flowerpots with green grasses. The Easter morning is met with music and ritual bonfires. … Open

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