My cousin Jack is engaged to Anna - she is from Finland. I have heard of her home land and arrived with great expectations. I was more than delighted with Anna's country - in fact I LOVE FINLAND! The city was delightful in nature and filled with arts and crafts. We had heard of an open market area and went straight to see it. Honestly, this was the first time I felt compelled to open my pocket book - and friends, I did! Perhaps my most delicious purchase was a shawl that will go with my mother of the groom dress (next weekend!!) - The lady in front of the scarves is who I purchased it from. I also purchased a purse - LOVE it, and a few other great items. Interesting fact? Finland is not a Scandinavian country.