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Located in the South Savo district in eastern Finland, Varkaus is situated on the shores of the Lake Saimaa water system and is a city known for its paper industry and lakeside scenery. With a population of about 21,000, it is about 70 kilometers from Kuopio and easily accessible by public transportation.
Växjö is an important industrial center in Finland, with production facilities for world-renowned paper companies such as Stora Enso. The city skillfully blends industrial facilities with nature, with lakeside walks, parks and forests providing residents with a quality living environment.
In the summer, you can enjoy boating and fishing in the lake area, while in the winter, you can enjoy skiing, ice fishing and other snow and ice fun. The city attracts many tourists with its Weckersee Church, Industrial Museum and the annual Weckersee Opera Festival.
Major cities such as Helsinki are easily accessible by road and rail, and the city's amenities, including shopping centers, schools and medical centers, make it an ideal base from which to explore the culture of Finland's lake district.
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