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Lapland Travel Guide SitemapLapland Travel Info makes things a little easier now. The basics about travel in all parts of Lapland - for the first time all in one place. A good Lapland is a peaceful corner of the Earth according to the Global Peace Index. Find a peaceful corner of the world. Lapland is one of the best choices. The Global Peace Index shows that Lapland is probably number one. Lapland light is changing all the time from twilight and darkness in winter to white nights in sum... The Lapland light is full of contrasts from the winter darkness to the white nights of summer The Aurora Borealis is a beautiful sight and experience in Lapland. The Aurora Borealis is one of the special light phenomena of Lapland Northern light photography tips The Lapps - the indigenous people of Lapland Who are the Lapps, the Sami people? Where do they live? Find out a little more here. The Languages of Lapland is something you can learn a little of before coming Wouldn't it be nice being able to say some sentences in the languages of Lapland? Or even speak them? Lapland nature Lapland nature is full of contrasts from rolling hills of southern Swedish Lapland and Bothnian Bay to the Arctic Ocean Enjoy the Ilmakki Peatland protection area Enjoy the Ilmakki peatland protection area and take a walk on the boardwalk across the bogs Getting to Lapland is quite easy Here you can see the main ways of getting to Lapland. We cover Lapland in Finland, Norway and Sweden. The Norwegian coastal express is called the World's most beautiful sea voyage. The Norwegian coastal express is called the World's most beautiful sea voyage. It visits 11 ports in Norwegian Lapland. Getting around in Lapland. Getting around in all three parts of Lapland (i.e. Finnish, Norwegian and Swedish Lapland) is quite easy. We give you the basics in one place. A goo Driving in Lapland on your own is always a nice experience. Driving in Lapland is relaxing because there is no congested traffic. Safe winter driving in Lapland Take precautions when winter driving in Lapland. Everything will go smoother if you think of safety. A Lapp Wedding is a colourful experience A Lapp wedding is probably one of the most colourful weddings you can experience. Lapp wedding photo tips for you. Here are some basic tips for Lapp wedding photo. Lapp Culture Is A Specialty In Scandinavia. The Lapp culture is unique in Europe. The Lapps or the Sami are an essential part of Lapland culture. Lapp clothing traditions are renowned for the colours. In Lapp clothing traditions you'll notice all the beautiful colours. Find Lapland accommodation - at all price levels. Lapland accommodation is available at all price levels. Here you can even stay the night in an ice hotel or an igloo. What about marrying in an ic An ice hotel is something different. A Lapland Ice Hotel will give you a very different accommodation experience. The World Heritage sites of Lapland are just marvellous . Lapland has four terrific World Heritage sites. The Laponia World Heritage area consists of several protected areas and national parks. In the Laponia World Heritage area you can find peace of mind. Hike for days without meeting a human. Wild animals are your company - if you are luck Mosquito control will make your Lapland hike a happier one Mosquito control is always nice to know about. When hiking in Lapland you will be happier if you can keep mosquitoes away. Here are some tips. Lapland weather conditions are quite stable with few extremes. Lapland weather is stable with many sunny days, especially in inner parts. Swedish Lapland weather all in one place Find the Swedish Lapland Weather of selected places. Many activities and attractions await you in Lapland. There are many activities and attractions in Lapland waiting for you. Many of them are connected to nature and the wilderness What about cross country skiing at 1 o'clock in the morning? What about cross cross country skiing after midnight either under the aurora borealis or the midnight sun? Use the Mountain Code to Be safe In the Wilderness The Mountain Code makes your hiking safer As you go along the roads of Lapland, you'll find most of the sights and the attractions of Lapland. The Juhls Silver Gallery is a masterpiece in the wilderness You deserve a long break at the Juhls Silver Gallery in the heart of Lapland Lapland national parks will give you peace in mind once you learn to use them. Lapland National Parks information is, for the first time, gathered all in one place. The Finnish National Parks of Lapland Are Nice Attractions Come and experience the Finnish National parks of Lapland and the wilderness and solitude These Lapland photo tips are a small contribution to better pictures These Lapland photo tips will help you take better Lapland pictures Reindeer Photography is exciting Here are some tips on reindeer photography The reindeer is important in Lapland The reindeer is the most important animal in the livelihood of Lapp herders. Santa Claus lives in Finnish Lapland Santa Claus lives at the Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi. We'll share Lapland photos of different kinds with you. You'll find Lapland photos of different kinds here. An Ice Hotel wedding is an unforgettable experience An Ice hotel wedding will give you a wedding that you'll never forget. In "Lapland Articles" you'll find articles about different themes. In Lapland articles you'll find information about many aspects of Lapland life. Finnmarkslopet is the longest dogsled race in Europe Finnmarkslopet is the longest dogsled race i Europe and also the world's northernmost dogsled race Look at Lapland videos to get visual impressions from Lapland Our Lapland videos will give you some more photographic glimpses of Lapland This Lapp clothing video shows Lapps in their traditional costumes. This Lapp clothing video shows Lapps in their traditional costumes. Thinking of your safety is always important - also in Lapland Thinking of your safety is always imoportant. Here are tips for safe travelling. What do you do if you should meet a brown bear? Plan your Lapland winter clothing before going Here are som free Lapland winter clothing tips. Plan well ahead of your trip. Meeting brown bears - here are some rules of conduct. If you should meet brown bears, here are some rules of conduct. The equipment you need for your Lapland trip will vary according to the type of trip you are on. The equipment needed for your Lapland varies with the time of the year end the type of your trip. Skiing safety in areas where you can suspect avalanches Skiing safety is important in areas where avalanches can be suspected. Bringing your pets to Lapland you have to know the rules for crossing the national borders. When bringing your pets to Lapland, you need to know some rules when planning the trip. The Sami national anthem is an important Lapp symbol. Lisetn to the Sami national anthem and the national anthems of Finland, Norway and Sweden. The Lapp symbols are important to the Lapps. Lapp symbols are among other symbols, the national anthem and the flag. Deep Sea Festival at Hasvik in Norwegian Lapland Here is a short video fra the Deep Sea Fishing festival at Soroya, Hasvik in Norwegian Lapland Tipping guidelines in Lapland Tipping guidelines in lapland are simple. Use common sense. About the national birds of the different countries of Lapland. There are three Lapland national birds, one for each of the countries. Finnish Lapland war remains at Järämää on the Swedish border. Finnish Lapland war remains are best preserved at Järämää on the E-8 in North Western Finland. Lapland gold makes the area the realm of gold. Lapland gold attracts gold diggers and gold washers from many places. Arctic tourism works in a vulnerable nature. Here are some things to think about. Arctic tourism needs to take into consideration that Lapland nature can be vulnerable. The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has developed ten principles. Eight Seasons Instead of Four The Lapps still follow the eight seasons approach as it gives a better description of the cycle of Arctic nature Rules for buying alcohol in Lapland Alcohol rules in Lapland may differ from what you are used to - depending on where you come from The Lapland culture is a mixture of Sami and Nordic cultural elements. The Lapland culture is a mingling of Sami, Nordic and Russian cultural elements The Lapland sauna is probably the most important Finnish institution. The sauna is important to the Finns. You find them in every home from Helsinki to Lapland. The Lapp dog is a nice northern dog with good nature. The Lapp dog is a strong dog which is to train to become an obedient dog. Above the Arctic Circle you find both the midnight sun and winter darkness. You can cross the Arctic Circle at many points in Lapland. Experience the midnight sun and winter darkness and twilight The Lapland coat of arms. The Lapland coat of arms for the different parts of Lapland. A Lapland Buddha temple is being built at Fredrika in Swedish Lapland A Lapland Buddha temple is being built in Fredrika in Swedish Lapland Colours of Lapland The colours of Lapland make Lapland a realm of contrasts Buying alcohol in Lapland - Rules The use alcohol in Lapland may differ from what you are used to - depending on where you come from Visit A Norwegian National Park in Lapland. There are four of them. A Norwegian National Park of Lapland will give you the solitude you want and need. Visit a Swedish National Park in Lapland. These parks form vast areas that have been protected for... Visit a Swedish National Park in Lapland in the most beautiful and breathtaking nature in Europe. You'll find many challenges here The Kemi Gemstone gallery is a pearl. The Gemstone gallery at Kemi in Finnish Lapland contains more than 3000 gemstones and remarkable jewels and even the regalia of the short-lived Finni Bay of Bothnia national park is outside Kemi and Tornio. At the Bay of Bothnia national park you can do bird watching, walk, sail, row and fish. The Arktikum of Rovaniemi is a reknowned museum and science centre. At Arktikum in Rovaniemi in Finnish Lapland you can learn a lot about the Arctic region or Circumpolar region and the peoples who live here. In the Rovaniemi Church you find Biblical stories illustrated by Lapland elements In the Rovaniemi Church you find Biblical stories illustrated by use Lapland elements like reindeer instead of sheep The Lapland amethyst is a geological rarity At the Lapland amethyst mine at Pyhä-Luosto you can experience the mine The Alariesto Gallery depicts the art of a great Lapland artist. At the Alariesto Gallery in Sodankyl? in Finnish Lapland you find the works of an extraordinary artist Utsjoki borders to Norway and the Tana river Utsjoki borders to Norway and the Tana river which is the best salmon river in Europe The Tana river of Lapland is the best salmon river in Europe The Tana river of Lapland has the biggest untouched river delta in Europe The Tanamunningen nature reserve The Tanamunningen nature reserve area (The Tana estuary) is a protected area in Norwegian Lapland to preserve a large delta area of international Vardohus fortress is the world's northernmost fortress Vardohus fortress is the world's northernmost fortress on the Arctic coast in Norwegian Lapland Hammerfest is the natural gas capital of Lapland Hammerfest is the natural gas capital of Lapland. It was totally destroyed in the Lapland war The Struve Geodetic Arc starts at Hammerfest and goes through 10 countries. The Struve geodetic arc is on UNESCO's World Heritage list. The arc starts at Hammerfest in Norwegian Lapland and goes through 10 countries Karasjok is a Sami cultural center in Norway At Karasjok you find the Norwegian Sami parliament. Every year there is an Easter Festival The yoik is the traditional Lapp music - their way of musical expression. The yoik is a Lapp musical expression Examples of contemporary Lapp music. Listen to Lapp music. Here you'll find examples of well known musicians of Lapland. The North cape is major attraction of Lapland The North Cape is probably the most visited attraction of Lapland. The right of public access gives you the chance to enjoy Lapland nature quite freely The right of public access is something you'll come love about Lapland. Finnish Lapland activities There are many possibilities for Finnish Lapland activities. Norwegian Lapland activities all in one place. Here you'll find Norwegian Lapland activities and events all in one place Swedish Lapland Activities And Attractions Here you find Swedish Lapland activities and attractions, for the first time all in one place. The Alta rock art is one of the few that is open to the public. The rock art field of Alta has thousands of paintings, and it is one of the few that are open to the public. The Gammelstad church town is a well preserved World Heritage site. The old Gammelstad church town is a well preserved World Heritage site in Northern Sweden. It consists of more than 400 houses. Swedish Lapland Accommodation Swedish Lapland accommodation is easy to find. There are many possibilities for every wallet Sami handicraft is called duodji in the Sami language Sami handicraft is often beautifully decorated. Berry picking is allowed all over Lapland. Berry picking and mushroom picking are nice activities in Lapland thanks to our Right of Public Access. Lapp food is based on what nature has to give. Lapp food is based on the reindeer and what nature has to give. The King Crab is delicacy you can enjoy on the shores of the Arctic Coast of Lapland. The delicious Red King Crab of the Lapland Arctic Coast is something you have to allow yourself to taste. The old Lapp religion was shamanistic. The old Lapp religion was animistic. Lapp church festival at Inari The Lapp church festival is arranged every fourth year. The 2009 festival was at Inari in Finnish Lapland The Lapp confirmation is a colourful event Easter is the time for the Lapp confirmation Aillohas is one of the most respected and recognized Sami artists Aillohas was a proficient Lapp artist Sami museums The Sami museums represent the traditional Sami culture - or Lapp culture of the different parts of Lapland Visa to Lapland regulations Here is an overview of passport and visa to Lapland regulations.
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