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Vuokala is one of villages in Finland situated some 150 km south-east of Kuopio and 420 km from the capital, 130 km north-west of Finland - Russia border. According to the latest census, the population of Vuokala is about 100 people. People mostly visit Vuokala to see its fortresses.

Vuokala is served by Savonlinna (IATA: SVL) airport, which is 40 km away.

Must see attractions in it

1. Orivirran saarto
Orivirran saarto is a ruin of a 16th century fortress located in Savonranta, Finland. It is believed to be built some time between 1540 and 1550 and was used until the beginning of the 17th century. Its status was to be an early warning for the St. Olaf's Castle which is still located 50 km to south. It has a four cornered layout with dimensions of 60 m by 20 m build from stones and an outer fortress around 65 m by 75 m. When operational it had 300 to 400 soldiers and 5 to 10 cannons.

If you have already seen Vuokala, there are still plenty of things to do on the outskirts of the city. Are you fancy to travel around a bit? Here is our list:

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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Joensuu

starting $149

Hotel Herttua

starting $101

Cumulus City Joensuu

starting $150

Oravi Apartments

starting $83

Oravi Apartments

starting $103

Spahotel Casino

starting $126

Hotel GreenStar

starting $76

Original Sokos Hotel Seurahuone Savonlinna

starting $205

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