Finland is a country of beautiful nature with many lakes and forests. I think it is also reflected in the Finnish lifestyle. Many Finns enjoy doing outdoors activities no matter the season. Sometimes just a simple walk in the forest can lift your spirits.
Many holidays take Finnish people outside to celebrate, if the weather allows of course. For example in the spring there is May Day, which is a classical picnic day outside, and in the summer Finns celebrate Midsummer. A classic Midsummer is spent at a cottage with friends. Usually including swimming and sauna. Oh the sauna! Sauna is a very big part of the Finnish culture, and one of my personal favourites too. Especially after a cold winter day there is nothing better than a hot sauna where to relax.
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