Sea view in Kotka

Finland!!

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June 1st 2007
Hello Finland! I am back to my home land for a 4-day visit. Such a great feeling to come back home, even though it is a quick visit!! I spent every day in a different location and had a busy schedule in order to see everyone. Such a great visit! I got to enjoy my goddaughter's 18-month "birthday" party, spent a relaxing day at our summer cottage in Haapasaari, got together with f ... read more

Europe » Finland

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Finland was a province and then a grand duchy under Sweden from the 12th to the 19th centuries and an autonomous grand duchy of Russia after 1809. It won its complete independence in 1917. During World War II, it was able to successfully defend its f... ... read more