Lönnrotin petäjä, Remarkable tree in Kesälahti, Finland
The pine tree stands in the yard of the former Kainulainen residence in Hummovaara village, marking a location of Finnish cultural heritage.
In June 1828, Elias Lönnrot collected 2,551 verses and 59 poems under this pine tree, which later contributed to the Proto-Kalevala collection.
The pine tree became a ritual site where Juhana Kainulainen performed ceremonies with bear skulls while reciting traditional Finnish spells.
Visitors can find the tree next to Juhanantupa, a Karelian-style log building that serves as a summer restaurant and displays wooden sculptures.
According to local tradition, the pine was planted by a young Kainulainen family member during his engagement, but after his bride died, it became a family sacrificial tree.
Location: Kesälahti
GPS coordinates: 62.07167,29.66222
Latest update: April 24, 2025 21:44
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