Free time during my Erasmus for traineeship
During these two months in Kokkola, I had the
opportunity to discover this beautiful country and Estonia.
Initially, I chose to explore Kokkola and its surroundings.
I started my exploration from Villa Elba because in 2018 I lived here for 40
days during my EVS.
Seeing it again felt like coming home.
Afterwards, I took the boat Jenny to visit
Tankar Island, located in the Gulf of Bothnia, as recommended by a colleague. This
island is known for the lighthouse located at its heart.
On a rainy Saturday, I sought refuge in
Kokkola's museums in search of its history and art, where I came across the
works of Elina Försti. This extraordinary artist creatively depicted the
landscapes of Ostrobothnia. I loved her works, full of colors and different
techniques.
September brought great satisfaction as I
managed to witness a beautiful sunset at Punakalliot in the company of the
Italian student Agnese, who is here for her intercultural exchange.
On a special night in mid-September, I was
fortunate enough to witness the magical Northern Lights right in the center of
Kokkola. Seeing them had always been a dream of mine, but during my EVS from
November 5 to December 14, 2018, I hadn't been able to. So, fulfilling this
dream was truly wonderful.
In September, I also chose to head further
south to visit Helsinki and Turku.
Having already visited Helsinki in 2018 during the Easter holidays, a time when
nature had yet to bloom, this time I decided to focus on it by exploring the
gardens.
Outside the Winter Garden, there is a small
mill that allows you to charge your phone through the production of
hydroelectric energy.
In the afternoon, I chose to spend some
relaxing time at the Allas Sea Pool. In this center, you can enjoy a sauna, swim in the pool, or experience the
thrill of a dip in the Baltic Sea.
You can also admire the city center of the capital and
watch the boats heading to Suomenlinna.
On my way to the railway station, I was
surprised by the National Theatre with its ancient and imposing architecture.
During my trip to Turku, I visited the city’s
castle, and I was amazed by its vastness and majesty. Afterwards, I treated
myself to a walk along the river, admiring all the sculptures and enjoying the
sun on a summer day.
One evening, my host sister took me to a public sauna near a lake. Here, I had
the chance to experience the wood-heated sauna at 70°C and the lake's waters at
16°C; it was a refreshing and typical Finnish experience.
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, was an
unknown place for me as it is not very famous, but after visiting the city, I
couldn’t help but fall madly in love with it. The architectural styles of the
buildings are harmonious, successfully blending the modern with the ancient.
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