A geographically large area has a lot to explore. In winter, there are a huge number of activities, from sleigh rides to chasing northern lights. The constant sunlight of the nightless night in the summer is a peculiar and unique experience. Many countries have tried to take credit for being Santa's home country. Let’s get it straight: the white-bearded man lives in Finnish Lapland and, to be precise, in Rovaniemi. His little village is one of the stops as our holiday in Finland continues next to Lapland’s regional centre. The magical Rovaniemi is an exceptional destination on our list in many ways. First, it is a huge area – the total area of Rovaniemi is 8,017 square kilometres. Despite this, the city has only 63,000 inhabitants, so there is definitely room for everyone. Another special feature of Rovaniemi or, more familiarly, of Rollo, is the timing of the main season of tourism in the middle of winter. Especially if you are planning a trip around Christmas, it is recommended to book accommodation and other services on time. Santa Claus Village is about 8 km from Rovaniemi city centre and is bustling at the very beginning of Christmas, although the village is open all year round. Meeting Santa Claus himself is the highlight of the trip for many little ones and even for grown-ups. The hard-working little elves and the detailed milieu bring Christmas to life in an originally fabulous way. Taking a sleigh ride in the stunning snowy landscapes of Lapland is another essential part of any winter holiday in Rovaniemi. Sleighs are pulled either by reindeer at a calm pace or by huskies on a much faster ride, during which speeds can occasionally get surprisingly high. For many foreign tourists and for domestic travellers, seeing the Northern Lights may in itself be enough of a reason to travel to Lapland. This nature's own art performance can be experienced in many different ways, as there are dozens of travel companies in Rovaniemi that organise northern lights tours tailored to the needs of the traveller. The Northern Lights can be chased on a snowmobile or on a reindeer ride, from the warmth of a sauna observing the sky, or wearing a thermal suit while floating in a lake. Rovaniemi also offers a way to spend a memorable hotel night, which almost certainly differs from anything an average traveller may have experienced before. Built of snow and ice, the Arctic Snow Hotel provides guests a warm sleeping bag to sleep in at ambient temperatures between zero and 5 degrees Celsius. It sounds a bit crazy, but rumor has it this is the best night's sleep in Rovaniemi! During the summer, those travelling to Rovaniemi should be prepared for a special and somewhat confusing phenomenon. In the north, the midnight sun refers to a nightless night, during which the sun does not set at all. In the middle of the "night", you can go hiking and swimming as much as you like, as there is plenty of natural light. Just sleep whenever you feel like it. Rovaniemi is a unique destination in northern Finland during both summer and winter. OnniBus offers you a convenient access to the centre of Lapland to gather memorable experiences. When will your Lapland adventure begin?
