Vaasa 420 years

See and hear the stories of the inner city sights, historical places and interesting people. The tour starts from the Finnish Statue of Liberty at the Market Square.

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There is a lot of Outsider Art on show along the fitness-path in Asevelikylä. The path is named after artist Edvin Hevonkoski, Vaasa born and bred. He was inspired by Finnish politics and literature. Besides art, you’ll find a trench, a military shelter and a...
Three metropolises of the world – Palosaari, London and Paris. Palosaari is a metropolis with a colouful history. Come for a tour! Local bus lines 1,2 and 4 runs to Palosaari. Timetables and routs: LIFTI.fi
Kappelinmäki graveyard dates back to 1782. It is one of Finland´s oldest graveyards still in active use. Much of Vaasa´s ancient history lies buried in its soil.
Karl Hedman, Doctor of Medicine gathered a huge art and old items collection and started the Ostrobohnian Museum. Sculptor Emil Wikström was a good friend to Karl, and together these two men left a strong mark onto the art imago of Vaasa. Starting point the...