Hamina Bastioni

Turku & Finland's South Coast


The ruins of the 18th-century Hamina Bastion include 3km of crumbling stone walls that would have made a star-shaped fortress. The bastion comes alive for the annual Hamina Tattoo. At other times, it's an evocative and atmospheric spot, whispering of eras past. Pick up a free copy of Walking in Old Hamina from the tourist office.


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