Finland’s involvement during World War II is a little controversial. Worried of an impending Russian invasion and with no where to turn, the Finn’s made alliances with the Germans. No Finn’s fought against the Allied forces but many German troops came to Finland in order to fight against the Soviets, especially in areas of Lapland.Continue reading “Junckers JU-52”
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Juhannus
Juhannus is the Finnish name for Mid Summer, a time of celebrations and many traditions that have gone on for many years. This year at midnight and under the midnight sun the Kokko (bonfire) was lit on the top of Levi. Finnish midsummer is full of traditions, one of the most interesting that I haveContinue reading “Juhannus”
Midnight Sun Over Levi
Due to the excellent response to my previous photographs of the Midnight sun and the fact that this weekend is Mid Summer, the longest day of the year, I have decided to post more images of the Midnight sun. This is the Midnight sun over what was during the winter Levi Ski Resort, now itContinue reading “Midnight Sun Over Levi”
A Loo with a View
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Back in Use
Snowmobile Route
Some men see things as they are and say why? I dream things that never were and say why not. C2C, Le Banquet This postContinue reading “Snowmobile Route”
Levi Ski Resort
Living in Lapland there has been a very noticeable difference since the winter season and I am able to make comparisons. Now, the snow has mostly melted (there are still patches) and the amount of people has reduced dramatically. Even though Lapland is beautiful during the summer it attracts very little international visitors. These twoContinue reading “Levi Ski Resort”
The Snow is Gone (Mostly)
This post is in reply to the Daily Post theme Off Season.
The Off Season
This post is in reply to the Daily Post theme Off Season.
Afloat Under the Midnight Sun
This post is part of the weekly photo challenge Afloat.
Our Shadows Will Remain 