To dazzle the new international students arriving in Northern Savo, Kuopio region and its partners invites international students for a Stand Up Night at Kuopio Campus. The event will be organized for the second time on September 19th.

In August, we encourage you to get to know Kuopio’s nature’s three treasures – nature trails in Kolmisoppi-Neulamäki, Puijonnokka – a scenic viewpoint and Kelokylä – a recreational area maintained by the Kurkimäki village association. All locations are near and don’t require expensive equipment, you can just stop by and enjoy the experience and nature.

The new era of Puijo’s restaurants begun this Friday as the fully renovated café opened its doors at 10 am. The café favors organic products and local producers. The café also gives you a one-euro discount for coffee/tee or for a sweet/sultry pastry with an entry ticket to the tower until 10.8.

Relaxation sessions based on folk healing methods, the birthplace of Juice Leskinen and beautiful lakeside nature. Discover the hidden jewels of Kuopio's countryside and find out more about the mesmerizing history of the area.

Starting from the beginning of July, you can travel virtually in the footsteps of Minna Canth through an augmented reality app and visit places that were dear to her. What does Minna Canth have to say about equality for example? The writer herself will be brought to life portraying the 19th century zeitgeist in her salon for you.