Central Karelia Travel Guide

North Karelia

A sunset over a calm lake with reflections of the sky.
A frozen lake with a sunset reflection, surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky.

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A sunset over a calm lake with a silhouette of a hill in the distance.
Kitee
Surrounded by lakes, Kitee is a peaceful and accessible destination. Despite its compact size, Kitee offers a wide range of things to see and do.
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An aerial view of a forested island with a rocky shoreline, surrounded by calm water.
Tohmajärvi
Check out Sitkansolan Nature Reserve—just one of the sights to explore around Tohmajärvi.
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A lake surrounded by dense forest and rocky terrain.
Rääkkylä
Check out Hankalampi and Myllyselkä—just a couple of the sights around Rääkkylä.
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Stay near popular Central Karelia attractions

Kesalahti Church

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After visiting Kesalahti Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kesaelahti.
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