The Tractor Museum of Southern Ostrobothnia is located in Nurmo, approximately seven kilometres from the centre of Seinäjoki. The museum operates in an old youth association building, which was renovated in 1978, and a hangar built in 2001–2003. The museum opened its doors in autumn 2004. Today, it houses Finland’s largest private collection of tractors. …
The Provincial Museum of South Ostrobothnia is located in the grounds of Östermyra or Törnävä Manor. Merchant Abraham Falander-Wasastjerna founded iron works in the area in the late 18th century. The Wasastjernas also established a gunpowder factory and contributed to the development of agriculture in South Ostrobothnia. The mansion, which was built in the early …
Seinäjoki’s new municipal library Apila, designed by the architectural company JKMM Architects, opened its doors in 2012. When viewed from above, this spectacular building resembles a clover, which gives the library its Finnish name. The design is also influenced by Japanese origami art. The library’s façade is made of copper with a scale-like surface. The …
As a child, the world-renowned Finnish architect Alvar Aalto spent his summers in Alajärvi, where he also lived as a young man. For him, the region represented holidays with family and friends and a break from the pressures of a hectic programme of work commitments and design competitions. The centre of Alajärvi offers a cross-section …
At Kuortane Sports Resort, you can enjoy a memorable stay full of activities and relaxation on the lakeshore of beautiful Kuortaneenjärvi! Enjoy an action-packed holiday at Kuortane Sports Resort. You can try out fat biking, SUP boarding, kayaking or canoeing and relax in the soft heat of a lakeside sauna and on the sandy beach …
HiljaHelena is a stylish and unique hotel located in peaceful surroundings in the centre of Kurikka. This small and cosy hotel offers peace and quiet and a personal touch – in a word, everything you want from a hotel. Comfort, clean and pleasant premises, a delicious breakfast and flexible and personal service are at the …