Vankhalin Manor
Vanha Harkatie 181-185, Lieto, Finland
Description:
Vanhalinna Manor is a museum and estate located in the city of the same name in Finland. The structure received a kind of name in honor of the historical fortress, located in its place until the XX century. The last private owner of the estate was Mauno Vakhalinna, whose family history is presented in the museum. Also within the walls of the building you can see an archaeological exhibition, an exhibition of firearms, Finnish folklore and Viking traditions.
The estate was founded in the early XX century by the foundation of the University of Turku. The building is made in a classic style with a yellow facade and white framing. Its area is approximately 80 hectares, on which there are 13 buildings. The museum of the archaeological exhibition presents artifacts of the prehistoric period. The exhibition of Viking traditions will acquaint tourists with places from burials, methods of cremation and the skill of building mounds.