Helsinki show spotlights the continual renewal of an age-old Finnish art form
Arts & cultureArt

Helsinki show spotlights the continual renewal of an age-old Finnish art form

It’s a word that many find difficult to pronounce, but the technique and designs of “ryijy” tapestries hold a special place in Finnish culture. We visit an extensive ryijy exhibition at Kunsthalle Helsinki to see a traditional art form that remains vibrant.

Hei!

Finnish word for "Hello!"

In a year marked by Covid-19, World Happiness Report emphasises trust and points to Finland
Life & societyFinnishness

In a year marked by Covid-19, World Happiness Report emphasises trust and points to Finland

In 2021, Finland tops the annual World Happiness Report for the fourth year in a row, with the other Nordic countries all in the top ten. We take a look at how the report works, and see what the Finnish word “onni” might have to do with Finland’s results.

3.2 million

Amount of saunas in Finland

Source: Finnish Sauna Society

2010

The year National Failure Day was introduced