Finland is the happiest country in the world. TOP-10 attractions

Finland For the eighth time in a row, it took first place in the annual ranking of the happiest countries and regions of the world, published by the Center for Wellbeing Research at the University of Oxford.

The ranking includes 147 countries. Here's how the seats in the top ten are distributed:

Russia rose from 72nd position to 66th. The United States ranked 24th, Kazakhstan 43rd, and China 68th. The rating is closed by Zimbabwe, Malawi, Lebanon, Sierra Leone and, at the last line, Afghanistan.

The ranking is based on surveys conducted by the American Gallup Institute of Public Opinion between 2022 and 2024. Respondents were asked how satisfied they were with life on a 10-point scale and then calculated the averages.

The report is traditionally published on March 20, the International Day of Happiness.

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Top 10 most famous sights of Finland

1. Helsinki is the capital of the country with beautiful architecture. The main attractions are the Assumption Cathedral and Senate Square.

2. Lapland is where Santa Claus lives, where tourists will see the Northern Lights and enjoy winter sports.

3. Lemmenjoki National Park is the largest national park in Finland, known for its wildlife and picturesque landscapes.

There are about 60 km of equipped trails, several bridges and boats, as well as forest huts.

4. Olavinlinna Castle is a medieval castle in Savonlinna, which is one of the most famous historical sights.

Currently, Olavinlinna as the northernmost stone castle of the Middle Ages is one of the largest tourist centers in Finland.

5. Aland Islands is an archipelago with unique nature and culture, an ideal place for recreation and active tourism.

6. Kotka is a city with beautiful parks and botanical gardens, as well as a maritime museum.

Kotka is one of the largest sea towns in the southeastern part of Finland, located on the coast of the Gulf of Finland.

7. Suomenlinna is a UNESCO World Heritage Sea Fortress located on islands near Helsinki.

The fortress was built by the Swedes in 1748, shortly after the end of the Russian-Swedish War and the original name of the fortress was Sveaborg or "Swedish Castle".

8. Puja Luosto National Park is known for its picturesque landscapes, opportunities for hiking and skiing.

9. Tampere is a city with an interesting industrial history, known for its museums and cultural events.

The city is best known for its public saunas, Sjarkianniemi amusement park, the world’s only Moomin troll museum, and “mustamaccara” (a local delicacy).

10. Savonlinna is a city with beautiful lakes and a famous opera festival held in Olavinlinna Castle.

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