Vaasa

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland, and is the regional capital of Ostrobothnia. Because of its role in the civil war, Vaasa became known as "The White City and a Statue of Freedom, depicting a victorious White soldier, was erected in the town square. The town's coastal location offered good conditions for seafaring.

Vassa grew around a 14C castle, built by Swedish sailors. Today it is a vibrant university city, with a wealth of 19C landmarks.
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  • Waterfront, Vaasa
  • F/X pres. Fantasia @ Tropiclandia, Vaasa - 7.8.2010
  • Flower by the market square
  • Museum
  • Poetic pixel gallery
  • Vaasa Market Square, vapaudenpatsas - Finland's Statue of liberty
   

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