Hello, it’s Leslie here again 😉 I believe that DPT18 had had an amazing trip to Kainuu region. Unfortunately, I didn’t have chance to participate in the study tour due to Covid-19 pandemic. Indeed, after having done some researches about the destination on the Internet and having read classmates’ blogs, I would like to share…
Read moreKainuu, an uncertain future
After our trip to Kainuu I discovered a region unknown for me. Closer to the border with Russia, an area with their own history, stories and culture. Kainuu region is trying to get more tourist through the year and the literary tourism could be a solution. The story and the places are there, ready to…
Read more
Troijan Horse for Literary Tourism in Kuhmo
Kuhmo, the City of Literature Kuhmo has been selected as one of the cities in UNESCO’s City of Literature Network. It is the home for the stories in Kalevala, and a pit stop of Elias Lönnrot’s travels to Viena Karelia. This gives the city great leverage on the literary tourism sector. However, the city has…
Read more
Feel Kalevala on Your Skin
Have you heard about Kalevala treatments? – At least now you will I got the inspiration from Keijo Ahtonen, the manager of the Hotel Kalevala, and many other projects. When he showed us around the spa area and told us about some of the Kalevala treatments and massages. I was thinking to myself, how an…
Read more
Kainuu Region – Potential Destination for Literary Tourism
DPT18 is going together to Kainuu Region for a study tour at the beginning of October !!! It’s amazing that after a long long time staying at home because of Covid-19 pandemic, our group finally has chance to go out for a practical project. Unfortunately, I will not be able to participate in this tour,…
Read moreA New Journey is about to Start!
Hello fellow classmates and teachers! It’s really nice to be here sharing with you more about myself, about what’s happening in my life and about the new journey I’m heading to. My name is Leslie, and I’m currently 21 years old, from Viet Nam.
Read more
Kuhmo and Question Behind This Area
mirealmi
How are you doing, guys? Finland has entered autumn, the most beautiful and romantic season of the year, the city has turned into a nostalgic tone. What are you waiting for? Why are you wasting your time doing nothing? It is now the right time to find something historical and literary in this country to…
Read more
Tainan: The Ancient Capital of Taiwan
When you ask anyone on the streets in Taiwan, where is the place we can find enriched culture and literary tourism? Everyone will give the same answer: Tainan.
Read more
Journey From Home To The World
My name is Yen and I’m 22 years old from Taiwan. Today I will share my journey with you, if you are ready, then we’re about to take off! Departure When I was 15 years old and just graduated from junior high school, I made a decision which was totally different from other students and…
Read moreKajaani and Kuhmo: Literal Home to Kalevala
Exploring Kainuu – A quiet and peaceful destination with many stories unfolding The trip begins next week! We will discover Kajaani and Kuhmo. Our goal is to learn more of their literary tourism. A good literature example is Kalevala, the Finnish national epic. I can’t wait to know more! The Spot-lit project and the study…
Read more