Introducing Inari
If you blink behind the wheel or nod off in the bus you might miss the village of Inari (Sámi: Anár). It is the main Sámi community in the region and a centre for genuine Sámi handicrafts - although the galleries and boutique shops have an air of commercialism, this is the best place in Finland to shop for genuine Lappish and Sámi handmade textiles, jewellery, silverware and woodwork.
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Inari is a good base for exploring Sápmi, but it has some fine attractions of its own. Spend a day or two here visiting the Siida museum, trekking to the Wilderness Church, and taking an afternoon cruise on Inarijärvi.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
