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About Tampere

  Tampere is a small city that lies at about 100 North-West of Helsinki and  it is a popular touristic attraction in Finland. Tampere rises up in a narrow strip of land situated between two lakes. Originaly the city was known for its heavy industries , and it is now transformed into a high-tech centre including two universities and many politechniques.

It is surprising to live in this atmosphere, when the mornings are dark in winter and  the sunset is early in the afternoon, so everyone is tempted to do something to enjoy the time. During the summer the daylights go until midnight and seems like the locals do not need to go to bed. This made the city  be a very treasured one, an enchanting and lively place.

Tampere involves several areas to spend unbelievable moments during the night. It features plenty of nightclubs.  The most popular is Omnela, which boasts three amazing dance floors: rock, disco and Finland pop. The city of Tampere was founded in 1779 and stayed undeveloped until 1821, when Tar Alexander I of Russia, sustained the development of the city  granting tax free importation of equipments and raw materials. Due to this fact the city had known its industrial expansion, and this privilege remained in the city until 1905.

Tampere’s best attractions

  Tampere is the perfect destination for a pleasant break. The city features a vibrant cultural life including theatres, museums, galleries of art, many organized international art events, an enchanting nightlife and a stunning location made by those two lakes of Pyhäjärvi and Näsijärvi. The main and the most spectacular cultural places that feature the city are The Museum Centre Vapriikki, the Textile Industry Museum, the Central Museum of Labor.All reflect a famous history with its industrial past.

The heart of the city is Hameenkatu, which boasts cobbled streets with pavements, perfect for cycling and for walking. Hameenkatu includes two department stores, but the most trendy shopping area is an indoor market called Kaumhalla. This was opened in 1901 and has about 200 stalls, representing the biggest indoor market in Scandinavia.

For astonishing moments the city offers interesting sightseeing places  including beautiful churches. The  most magnificent one is the splendid Tampere Cathedral, built between 1902-1907, with an amazing interior  designed in a modern style featuring stained glass windows and immense wall paintings. Through these paintings the visitors can get to see the most dramatic one depicting twelve young boys who are carrying a long garland of roses, stretches immediately near the nave. On the top of the sports activities lies the ice-hockey, which is the pride of Finland. Tampere has eight ice rinks, with two wonderful teams in the premier league.

Wonderful moments to spend in Tampere

  Tampere has to offer a lot of recreational activities for students, starting with athletics fields to indoor swimming pools, international film festivals and rambling routes, that create an exciting entertainment for tourists and for locals as well.

The Pyynikki Ridge rises up between the lakes and represents an overwhelming and peaceful place that is worth a visit, that has pine forests, nice old houses and a delightful beach on the  Pyhäjärvi lake. During the summer months you can charm yourself while admiring the lovely scenery that open the lakes taking a boat tour. The Särkänniemi Näsinneula Observation Tower, which offers stunning views over the city is an ideal destination for families with children.

An important university here is  the Tampere University which gathers students from different parts of the country and from abroad. Here they can spend the best years of their lives, enjoying in the most hot nightclubs in the country. The ambiance  is truly fantastic and vibrant, perfect for veritable memories. Be proud if you chose this touristic destination because it has a lot of picturesque places to offer, and it will keep you busy all day long. Your stay will be a lovely one, not bored not even disappointed.

Try to see all the exclusive and excellent places that feature Tampere and you will have the most unrepeatable experience of your life. You will get to see its unqie sunset and sunrise, that open breathtaking views, these are realy fascinating moments, added to the spectacular beauty of the city of Tampere.
 

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