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The Finnish sauna (Finnish pronunciation: [ˈsɑu̯nɑ], Swedish: bastu) is a substantial part of Finnish [2] [3] [4] and Estonian culture. [5] It was inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists at the 17 December 2020 meeting of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.
If you want to understand the Finns, first go to a Finnish sauna. These birch-lined steam houses have been central to the national identity for two thousand years. They’ve been used to heal the sick, for curing meat, and even as the site for childbirth.
Several new sauna buildings have impressively transformed parts of the Helsinki waterfront, increasing the number of public saunas where visitors and locals can go for an authentic Finnish sauna experience – and a bracing dip in the Baltic Sea.
This article explains a very short history of the Finnish sauna culture and dives into the practical things: How to enjoy sauna like a Finn and what are the key elements of the Finnish sauna etiquette.
Sauna is one of the most important traditions in Finland. Read about sauna etiquette, tips for beginners, and best public saunas in Finland.
In Finland, sauna bathing is believed to date back as far as 7,000 BC. Saunas are part of daily life in Finland — almost every household has one. So why is the Nordic nation obsessed with...
Finnish saunas are a cultural icon that have been used for centuries for relaxation, socializing, and physical and mental health benefits. In fact, saunas are so integral to Finnish culture that there are over 3 million saunas in a country with a population of just over 5 million!
Relaxing in a sauna is practically mandatory in Finland. Here are five of the country's most unique saunas to try during your visit.
Finland invented the sauna and, frankly, nobody does it better. Discover where to find the best sauna experience, and how to sweat like a local.
Discover the deep roots and cultural importance of the Finnish sauna, from ancient traditions to modern practices. Explore the rich history and logic behind sauna rituals.