It is like a pearl inlaid on the Baltic Sea, shining with charming light.

[Sunset][CityScene][Sunrise]Turku is located on the southwestern coast of Finland. It is the old capital and the second largest seaport in Finland, with a profound historical heritage and beautiful natural scenery. Must-see attractions - Turku Castle: Construction began in 1280 and is one of the best-preserved large castles in Northern Europe, with construction work lasting nearly 300 years. This was once a military fortress for Sweden to rule Finland, and 14 Swedish kings used it as a palace. Inside the castle, you can see the treasures of princes and nobles and dungeons for prisoners. Special banquets are also held in the King's Hall and Queen's Hall on the top floor. Tickets are around 14-16 Euros. - Turku Cathedral: The Lutheran cathedral of Finland and the most famous medieval cathedral in Finland. It was built in 1229 and expanded several times before reaching its full size in the late 14th century. The church has exquisite murals and a huge organ. The chapels on both sides have been turned into tombs where historical celebrities are buried. Free admission. - Turku Museum of Handicrafts: an open-air museum built from wooden houses that survived the 1927 fire. More than 30 courtyards display various handicraft workshops such as shoemakers, musical instrument makers, coppersmiths, etc. In the summer, craftsmen perform traditional handicrafts. Tickets cost about 10 Euros. Tour route 👣👣👣 Day Tour: Turku Castle (morning, 2-3 hours) → St. Michael's Church (walk there, lunch nearby) → Turku Orthodox Church → Turku Art Museum (afternoon, 1-2 hours) → Turku Handicraft Museum (evening) → Turku Cathedral (enjoy the night view at night) Two-day tour: On the first day, visit Turku Castle, St. Michael's Church, Turku Orthodox Church, and Turku Art Museum; on the second day, visit Turku City Library, Turku City Theater, Turku Handicraft Museum, Turku Cathedral, and then take a walk along the Aura River. Traffic Guide 🚗🚗🚗 - External transportation: You can take a train from Helsinki, which takes about 2 hours; you can also take a long-distance bus, which is relatively affordable. - Internal transportation: You can download the public transportation app foli, and you can also swipe your card on the bus. One way ticket is 3 euros, day ticket is 8 euros and 2 day ticket is 11 euros. Accommodation recommendations 🏠🏠🏠 - High-end: Radisson Blu Hotel, Turku, with luxurious facilities and excellent services, is located in the city center and is convenient for travel. - Budget: Turku Central Hostel offers affordable, basic accommodation in a convenient location. Food recommendations 🍷🥤🍹 - Karelian pie: A traditional Finnish delicacy made of rye batter, usually filled with rice and served with butter and egg cream sauce. - Fish-stuffed bread: Fresh fish is mixed with onions and other seasonings, wrapped in bread and baked. The crust is crispy and the filling is delicious. Notes⭕️⭕️⭕️ Turku is cold in winter, so be sure to bring enough warm clothes. Some attractions may be closed on Mondays, so check in advance to avoid delays. Prices in Finland are relatively high, so you can prepare some portable food to save money.