The enchantment of fairy tales often feels like a distant fantasy, but sometimes, magic reveals itself in the real world. Such was the case for Valtteri Mulkahainen, a teacher and passionate photographer, who stumbled upon a truly enchanting scene in the Finnish forest near the town of Martinselkonen. As he explored the wilderness, he witnessed a bear accompanied by her three … [Read more...] about Photographer Discovers Three “Dancing” Bear Cubs Having Fun in Finnish Forest
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A Finnish photographer captures Kotisaari Island’s Changing Beauty Throughout All Four Seasons
Photographer of the natural world Jani Ylinampa is based in Rovaniemi, Finland's Lapland. Since he has been doing it for almost 15 years, he is a true expert at capturing the twirling Northern Lights, breathtaking sunsets, stunning forests, lakes, and other natural wonders. One of those enchanted items that drew Ylinampa's attention was the lovely Kotisaari island in … [Read more...] about A Finnish photographer captures Kotisaari Island’s Changing Beauty Throughout All Four Seasons
The Finnish Soldier Who Stole His Entire Troop’s Methamphetamine Supply While Skiing Away From The Russians
On March 18, 1944, a Finnish ski patrol troop was ambushed behind Russian lines. They managed to flee during the ensuing battle, but the Russian forces pursued them, resulting in a classic ski pursuit. The odds were stacked against the fleeing Finn, who was still deep in enemy territory. Aimo Koivunen, a Finnish soldier, was fatigued when he realized he had the entire … [Read more...] about The Finnish Soldier Who Stole His Entire Troop’s Methamphetamine Supply While Skiing Away From The Russians