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- Straddling the Aura River on the southwest coast of Finland, Turku is a beautiful historic city that dates back to the 13th century and features beautiful grand buildings, ancient churches, and quaint, cobblestone streets lined with charming cafés and restaurants.
- Perched at the mouth of the Aura River is the magnificent medieval Turku Castle, which features an interesting history museum; the former bustling trade hub of the Old Great Square lies on the eastern bank of the river, and the ancient Turku Cathedral houses a museum and a royal tomb.
- Here are some of the top attractions in Finland’s oldest city.
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