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Helsinki

Helsinki today is a modern city with all the charms of an elegant capital, from its eminent art collections to some of the buzziest nightlife in Europe. But Finns haven’t lost sight of tradition. In winter they fire up the…

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Eero Aarnio

17 May 2019

Over a beer and steak in an 18th-century coffee house, the celebrated Finnish chair designer takes a seat to talk sunsets, saunas and smoking his own salmon.

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Domestic harmony

30 November 2023

Warm woodwork, architectural tricks and treasured objects delight the residents of this Swiss apartment.

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Staying frosty

21 March 2019

Without its hardy icebreakers, Finland would come to a frozen standstill. We hop aboard to find out how it’s done.

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Happiness lab

13 December 2018

According to the UN, Finns live in the world’s happiest nation – which is news to many of them. Look a little deeper though and it’s clear that decades of government-led tweaks to Finnish life have conjured up a surprising…

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Island inspiration

24 June 2021

Helsinki is launching an art biennial with a twist by using its rugged landscapes to inspire artists.

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Going the distance

24 February 2022

With the world opening up, Finnair is poised to fly out of the gate with an ambitious refit of its long-haul fleet – in particular, a bold re-imagining of what Business Class can be.

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The Global Countdown - Finland

21 March 2024

Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco joins Monocle’s Helsinki correspondent, Petri Burtsoff, to listen to the best of Finnish music.

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Family fortunes

14 April 2015

The Moomins’ message of tolerance and their striking look have made the loveable trolls a global brand. Monocle talks to the makers of the latest Moomins film adventure and discovers why these uniquely Finnish characters…

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Finnish line

17 February 2008

The Russia-Finland border was once the focus of Cold War hostility. Now the Finns and Russians are working together to stop people and drug traffickers opening up new smuggling routes. Monocle goes on patrol with the Fin…

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Suomenlinna sea fortress

16 August 2012

Popular with tourists, scenic Suomenlinna comprises eight islands and is only a short ferry ride from Helsinki. Snap up a merchant’s house here and experience a villagey lifestyle.

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30. Perfect pitch

21 January 2021

An essential piece of kit for all budding Suomi soldiers, the Savotta sauna tent should be hot property for any civvy too.

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Table talk

20 October 2022

Politician Anders Adlercreutz invites voters to dinner – and there’s plenty to chew over.

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03. Be prepared

21 January 2021

In Finland, national security concerns more than just the military. That’s why the country has a dedicated invitation-only course that teaches CEOs, MPs and other decision-makers how to keep society functioning during a…

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Fit for purpose

24 June 2021

The Paimio Sanatorium has been saved by devoted fans of Alvar and Aino Aalto’s celebrated building. And now they hope to revive it as a place for health, healing and introspection.

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High fibre

15 September 2022

Finland has unexpectedly become a world leader in sustainable textile production, with companies pioneering new and sometimes secret technologies.