Finland's Independence Day
Today is Finland's 89th independence day. It has become a tradition n Finland to have these Independence Day Candles.
Learn more about Finland's declaration of Independence here
southern city of finland, location of the country's international airport, where formula one drivers Mika Häkkinen and Kimi Räikkönen once resided, and more...
Today is Finland's 89th independence day. It has become a tradition n Finland to have these Independence Day Candles.
Learn more about Finland's declaration of Independence here
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4 comments:
Candles! How restrained. I heard that in Finland fireworks are only shot off at New Years. Nice post.
Pretty. Are the candles always blue and white?
ja: Yes fireworks are shot off at New Year's. The big party for independence day is at the president's place where she has a hand shaking ceremony with delegates and other distinguished people like performing artists and atheletes(those who have won or achieved something for the nation tat is). :-) it's like the red carpet event of the oscars. Ladies usually watch it to see who's wearing wat...
carol: yes, they are always white and blue. These are known as 'independence day' candles in shops. they are sold as a pair and are lit from 6pm onwards
beautiful shot!!
:))
its a good way to celebrate the National day.
jing
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