Imatra is a small Finnish town located near the Russian border . There are very few attractions, but there is a beautiful Vuoksa river that does not freeze in winter, and the largest Finnish lake Saimaa . The rapids of the river waterfall of Imatra in the distant past attracted a huge number of travelers, however, industrialization forced the local population to encroach the raging elements in the shackles of the dam, and, starting in 1929, the river demonstrates its power only strictly at a certain time . In summer this sight can be seen Every day . It is good to come here to inveterate fishermen or to have a rest in a cottage on the bank of a water body .
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History and culture
Like many other Finnish cities, Imatra is not the owner of a long and rich past of events. Settlements appeared in this area even in the Stone Age, but until the 70s of the 20th century, none of them was so large as to be considered a city. The first mention of the village of Imatra dates back to the middle of the 16th century, and it is associated with fishing. This is understandable, since the main occupation of that time was the production of salmon and other fish species.
It is believed that the great Empress Catherine II herself came here to admire river rapids, and since the 19th century, so all the wealthy people of St. St. Petersburg considered it their duty to visit one of the main natural attractions of then Finland
How to get to Imatra
The nearest airport to Imatra is in Lappeenranta, located on the southern shore of Lake Saimaa. The uniqueness of the airport lies in the fact that it is in the immediate vicinity of the city center.
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By car
If you go to Imatra from Helsinki, then the distance to 250 km will be overcome in three hours. The nearest Russian city of Svetogorsk is 7 km from Imatra
By bus
Buses from Helsinki and Lappeenranta - another way to get to Imatra . From the bus station in the capital, at least four times a day, which is a border city . Also there are buses that require transplantation, which significantly increases the already long journey time . If you choose the first option, without a transfer, the ticket price for an adult person will cost 41 EUR, for children from 16 up to 4 years - 20 . 50 EUR . Time on the road - 4 asa 45 minutes . Much easier is the case with trips from Lappeenranta, buses run much more often, and tickets are much cheaper . For more information on the timetable and the cost of tickets, please visit www . matkahuolto .
By train
From Helsinki by train to the city you can get three times a day, and strictly in the afternoon. Intercity organizes one flight per day, the final one is Imatra itself, and two flights to Joensuu, but with a stop in Imatra. The journey takes 2 hours and 40 minutes. The fare for an adult is 45.50 EUR. For more information on the cost and schedule, please visit the Finnish Railways website
Climate
Overcast + 1 ° C in the day - 3 ° C at night ° C water |
Cloudy, light rain + 2 ° C in the afternoon - 1 ° C at night ° C water |
Cloudy, light rain + 2 ° C in the afternoon + 1 ° C at night ° C water |
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Shopping and stores
The set of shops in Imatra is quite traditional. As in other Finnish cities, here you can find individual representatives of the networks, for example, sportswear store Intersport, hypermarket K-sitmarket, with a wide selection of goods, H & M, Lindex and Seppala.
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Entertainment, excursions and attractions Imatra
Perhaps, most Lavna entertainment in Imatra - it's fishing. In accordance with the Finnish rules, when fishing in public reservoirs for fishing rod in the summer and mormyshku in winter, a license is not required. In case you want to "diversify" the process, one-day fishing at Vuoks will cost 7 EUR, a seven-day - 12 EUR. Subscription for the year is 35 EUR. When fishing with a motor boat - 12 EUR. Observers, that is, those who do not work directly with tackle, should not pay the tax.
As possible places you can choose the Vuoksa fishing park, open from May 1 to September 30, from 9.00 to 22.00 or Kalastuspuisto park, open from 14 April 30 to September 30, from 10.00 to 18.00. In the summer - until 22.00. Here you can buy a license and equipment, rent a cottage, a boat or just sit in a local cafe. Camping, equipment for smoking fish, children's playgrounds and much more are also at the disposal of holidaymakers. In case you want to participate in fishing with a guide, some companies in Imatra also offer such an opportunity.
Other entertainment Imatra is a cruise on Lake Saimaa on virtually any kind of water transport and the Aquapark "Magic Forest". In summer the water park is open every day until nine, and in the high season - until ten in the evening. Ticket price: for an adult - 12 EUR, for a child - 6 EUR. To large families a discount. Photo of Imatra (13)