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The best beach in Finland?

Many people claim that this is the best beach in Finland. Well, I’m not sure about it but it’s definitely one of the best ones. Nallikari beach is located only about three kilometers to the north from the center of Oulu. The place consists of a park area suitable for picnic under a tree on a grassy surface, a beach and a restaurant. There are also a few places where beach visitors can bbq their food. There are not too many services but the view to the sea is amazing. Who could resist going to a swim after a hot day? The beach in Nallikari can be accessed by foot from the center by walking through the market square and Pikisaari. Local bus number 15 also stops at Nallikari. #beach #finland #oulu #beachlife

The Bobby at the Market Place in Oulu

The statue is called Toripolliisi in Finnish. it has an additional letter L in the word poliisi (policeman) due to the local dialect in Oulu. The statue is located right at the entrance of the market hall in Oulu market square and it faces the sea and the tiny island of Kiikelj very near the coastline. It was made of Bronze by sculptor Kaarlo Mikkonen in 1987 and it was named in honor of the bobbies or policemen once patrolling at the market square. It was funded with the help of public. Oulu marketplace is a vivid summer destination with a different feeling from southern cities market places (such as Helsinki). For me as someone coming from the south, there are a lot of vibes from the northern Finland and even the close border of Sweden. I recommend you to pass by the statue and even take a selfie with this cute little statue that never gets tired of watching the sea. #oulu #finland #toripoliisi #toripolliisi #historicculture#seasidephotoguide#roadtrip#summervacation#urbanexplorer

Great burgers in Oulu

The question which restaurant offers the best burgers in Oulu is indeed a hard question to answer since it’s a city with absolutely fantastic burgers. Although I respect Cafe Rooster as well, I chose Kauppuri 5 as my destination this time. It’s a legendary burger restaurant and bar in Oulu downtown located in address Kauppurienkatu 5 easily within walking distance from every downtown hotel. The main product is the teurastaja (butcher) burger which can be selected as a single (250 g) or multiply the amount of meat until it contains 1 kg of meat. Anyway all the products are very solid and strong and you probably won’t ever be disappointed. The restaurant is mid-priced and I almost guarantee that with some 20 euros everyone is able to fill their stomachs. So when in Oulu, just don’t hesitate to have one of the best burgers in the world at Kauppuri 5. #burgers #oulu #finland #roadtrip#urbanexplorer

Having a nice day in Oulu. Oulu qas a beautiful city with lakes and beaches. You should go there sometimes to enjoy these sights. #travel #oulu