Winters have become warmer in Finland due to climate change ... dire and the need for man-made snow banks is evident, as the winter has been extremely warm and the ice formed late on Lake Saimaa ...

As the origin of uncountable stories and the site of numerous battles, Olavinlinna Castle is one of the best-known sights in Finland, located on one of the thousands islands of Lake Saimaa.

Finland's Lake Saimaa also has an ... Kolovesi National Park, or Saimaa UNESCO Global Geopark to make the most of the local nature scene. While winter is less bustling, it's still worth considering.

This summer, check out the magic of Finland’s Lakeland region, where 188,000 lakes, lush landscapes and endless ... and the stunning shores of Lake Saimaa, Finland’s largest lake, Lappeenranta ...

WWF is leading the way in Saimaa ... lake. However, one cub was born on the southern side, an area where none have been observed in over 20 years. WWF-Finland is supporting several research projects ...