Playtimes HK Magazine Winter Issue 2018/2019 | Page 91

travel
Lapland
Finland
The largest, and northernmost region
of Finland, Lapland, is famous for cold
weather, warm welcomes and the big
man in red himself – making it the
perfect family-friendly destination for a
memorable winter break.
With guaranteed snow due to its
position in the Arctic Circle, picturesque
Rovaniemi is Santa’s official hometown,
nestled within towering pine forests.
While meeting Santa is naturally the
main focus of most people’s visit,
Rovaniemi is also a fantastic base for
viewing the famous Aurora Borealis, or
Northern Lights, which regularly dance
across the horizon between August and
April each year. Head up to the Arctic
Garden for a clear view of the night sky,
or join one of the many guided tours –
by snowshoe, snowmobile or husky-
drawn sledge.
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