Kainuu
Finland
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Cities in Kainuu
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Kajaani
Kajanni, Kainuu’s main city, conjures up the past with memories of famous Finns such as Elias Lönnrot, Eino Leino and Urho Kekkonen. Its wonderful forests beckon visitors to its nearby national parks.
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Vuokatti
The series of forested hills (or ‘vaara’ in Finnish) in Vuokatti, is a winter’s paradise for skiers and snowboarders alike. In summer, you can climb Naapurinvaara, or hike in the Hiidenportti National Park.