Customs, traditions and habits

Customs, traditions and habits:


- Finns often value personal space and privacy, which is reflected in their communication style that usually favors directness and honesty.


- Saunas are incredibly popular in Finland; almost every Finnish home has a sauna, and people typically enjoy it at least once a week.


- Finns traditionally celebrate Midsummer, or "Juhannus", which marks the start of summer holidays and includes bonfires and time spent near lakes or the sea.


- Coffee holds a special place in Finnish culture. Finns drink coffee multiple times a day and enjoy it especially during breaks at work or social gatherings.


- In terms of food, Finns commonly eat rye bread, and dishes like Karelian pasties and Finnish meatballs are frequently found on their tables.


In this image we can see the most common pastie made of egg, flour and potato.

Written by: Juan David Gutiérrez Sierra

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