Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi sits right on the Arctic Circle in northern Finland, making it one of the most magical places on Earth. This city is the official hometown of Santa Claus, and you can actually visit his village and post office there any time of year. In winter, the sky above Rovaniemi comes alive with the Northern Lights, those breathtaking ribbons of green and purple light that dance overhead like something out of a dream.

The city has a wonderfully wild, adventurous spirit, surrounded by snowy forests and the wide Ounasjoki River. Reindeer roam nearby, and locals use snowmobiles and sleds to get around when winter arrives in full force. Even the main streets of Rovaniemi are designed in the shape of a reindeer’s head and antlers, which you can see clearly on a map. It is a place where nature, folklore, and everyday life blend together in the most remarkable way.