Villa Jaakkola bike route - Drop by at Hamina

Hamina was founded in the early 18th century, when Swedes built a star fortress in the area.

Later a city was established inside the fortress.

At the heart of the city is the Town Hall, from which 8 streets leave by radial - this circular station plan is unique by world standards as well.

There isstill a lot to see in the city from its earliest times, such as churches, museums, numerous wooden residences and castle walls.

Since these times, Hamina has been a military city.

The Cadet School has previously operated there, where Marshal Mannerheim, for example, attended.

Later, the Reserve Officer School (RUK) has operated on the premises of the cadet school.

Hamina isn't anyhow only about history and military traditions.

On the edge of the city is located the Europe's tallest flag, a Finnish flag which is a size of a basketball court.

There are also other flag-themed sights to see around the city.

Another of Hamina's major attractions is the largest tent canopy in Europe, erected in the main bass of the fortress, where the military music event Hamina Tattoo is held every two years.

At other times, other big and smaller events are held there.