A Historical Journey Through Turku

Turku, Varsinais-Suomi, Finland

A Historical Journey Through Turku

  • 2 hr 48 min
  • 4.5 mi
  • 13 stops
  • Historical
  • Free
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Turku, Finland's oldest city and former capital, offers an extraordinary window into Nordic history spanning over 750 years. Founded at the mouth of the Aura River in the 13th century, this ancient settlement became the spiritual, political, and cultural heart of Finland under Swedish rule. The city's historical significance is written in stone—from its imposing medieval castle that guarded the kingdom's eastern frontier, to the magnificent cathedral that served as the seat…

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Stops on this tour

  1. Turku Castle
  2. Forum Marinum - Maritime Centre
  3. Michael's Church
  4. Turku Art Museum
  5. Orthodox Church of the Holy Martyr Empress Alexandra
  6. Turku Market Square
  7. The Old Great Square
  8. Turku Cathedral
  9. Old Academy Building
  10. Old Town Hall
  11. Aboa Vetus Ars Nova
  12. Luostarinmäki
  13. Pharmacy Museum and Qwensel house

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