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Seinäjoki is the centre of the Region of South Ostrobothnia, of almost 200 000 inhabitants, and one of the fastest-growing conurbations in Finland. Seinäjoki is situated in Western Finland, in the junction of five railways and national highways.

Seinäjoki is known as a city of education, hospital and health services, culture, sports, as well as of trade and business activities. Moreover, thanks to its Alvar Aalto Centre, Seinäjoki is a recognized destination for architectural visits.

To most travelers Seinäjoki is little more than a train junction. However it hosts two of Finland's most popular festivals these being Tangomarkkinat (Tango Fair) and Provinssirock.

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The easiest way to come to Seinäjoki is by train [1]. It takes roughly three hours by train from Helsinki to Seinäjoki, 40€ for a one-way trip.

There is an airline connection from Helsinki to Seinäjoki, operated by Finncomm airlines [2]. Prices start from 49€ without taxes for the 50-minute flight.

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The city center (Church, City Hall, Library, and Theater) was designed by Alvar Aalto. If you ask one of the church wardens you can ride the elevator to the top of the church tower for 1 €.

Kyrkösjärvi. One of the few artificial lakes in finland.

Törnävä Church. The old, idyllic church of Seinäjoki.

Törnävä Mansion area Old mansion built in 1806. Features beautiful, old garden.

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• Provinssirock [3], a classic open-air international rock festival held in mid-June roughly 4 km south of the city centre. Day passes cost around 40 to 55 Euro, and a three day pass costs 85 Euro. The acts are of the highest international standard, and include many of the top European and Finnish groups. During the past years, for example, Manic Street Preachers, Rage against the Machine, Massive Attack, HIM, Slipknot and many others have done a gig in the festival.

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Seinäjoki isn't the gourmet capital of Finland. The hotel restaurants are the best bet for a square meal, while there are fast food stalls in the Kauppatori

• Cafe Julia, Utterly unpretentious, this likable little lunch spot has cane chairs, and the mustard already in place. They do four or five daily specials which are filling and tasty.

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Onella, locals describe it as the best club, three floors of dancing including Finnish rock and 80s/90s American pop.

Karma, good cofee bar. They have excellent hot chocolate and board games to play.

Palaveri, located downtown, has a fairly decent beer selection.

Minibaari, located across from the church, sells locally brewed beer "Mallaskoski" on tap.

Bar 15 a.k.a. Warttibaari features cheap beer and heavy music.

[du:ni] (Finnish slang term for job) is one of the most popular night clubs in Seinäjoki. Features

Cafe Frame, located in downtown. Decent beer selection, drinks, coffee etc. Five pool tables and a snooker table. Internet access. K-18 after 9pm.

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• Perhehotelli Nurmela(Tel:414 1771, rooms range from Euro 35/55)

This is a cosy, family run guesthouse on a quiet street just west of the centre. Some rooms have private bathrooms, and all rates include breakfast.

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• CityHotel [4], The homeliest of the town's hotels, this is handily situated right opposite the bus and train stations. It also boasts Wireless Internet, fan and Minibar.

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