Vaasa Sights

  1. Orthodox Church

    The Orthodox Church at Kasarmintori has some old icons brought from St Petersburg; contact the tourist office to see them.

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  2. Pohjanmaan Museo

    Vaasa is blessed with an excellent museum. The Pohjanmaan Museo has two sections, both worthwhile.

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  3. Tikanoja Art Gallery

    Tikanoja Art Gallery has a good collection of Finnish and international paintings, and regularly puts on high-quality temporary exhibitions.

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  4. Tropiclandia

    Opposite the Wasalandia Amusement Park is the excellent water park Tropiclandia. It's got plenty to keep both kids and adults happy, with slides, Jacuzzis, restaurant and more. There's also a new outdoor section that's open from mid-June to August.

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  5. Wasalandia Amusement Park

    The island of Vaskiluoto is a big holiday destination for Finnish families, with beaches, boating, a popular camping ground and Wasalandia Amusement Park, the Finnish answer to Disneyland. There's a good variety of rides, none of them too hair-raising; it will appeal most to kids under 14.

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