Review:

Rovaniemi was nearly entirely destroyed during World War II, but tirelessly rebuilt itself into the modern city it is today. Rovaniemi is the capital of Finnish Lapland, located just a few scant miles south of the Arctic Circle. The cold and remote location of this city, however, has no bearing on the warmth and culture of its people. Rovaniemi proudly proclaims itself to be the official hometown of the man in the red suit himself: Santa Claus, so a Christmas visit to Rovaniemi, especially with the family in tow, is sure to be a truly magical one. It's a great place to see the Northern Lights at night, learn about Arctic exploration at the Arktikum, and witness the midnight sun during the summer.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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