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Review:
Savonlinna, located in the Saimaa Lake region of Finland, is a beautiful coastal town made up of a collection of islands with an iconic 15th century castle and fortress. The castle Olavinlinna, which was first built in 1475, has three massive stone towers and is located on a small island accessible via a bridge. This imposing historic fortress is open for tours and is also home to a museum that describes the castle's history and displays artifacts found within the castle over the centuries. Savonlinna is the host of the annual Savonlinna Opera Festival and also features many other festivals, musical events, and fabulous seasonal attractions each year.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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