Tampere, Administrative center in southern Finland
Tampere spans between two major lakes, Näsijärvi and Pyhäjärvi, with the Tammerkoski rapids flowing through its central district.
Established in 1779 by Gustav III of Sweden, Tampere transformed from a market town into Finland's primary industrial center during the 19th century.
The Vapriikki Museum Complex presents exhibitions about natural history, technology, and textiles, reflecting the region's industrial and social development.
The city maintains an efficient transportation network with trams, buses, and the Tampere-Pirkkala Airport connecting to domestic and international destinations.
The water level difference of 18 meters between Lakes Näsijärvi and Pyhäjärvi generates hydroelectric power through the central rapids.
Location: Pirkanmaa
Inception: October 1, 1779
Founders: Gustav III of Sweden
Shares border with: Kangasala, Lempäälä, Nokia, Orivesi, Pirkkala, Ruovesi, Ylöjärvi
Website: https://tampere.fi
GPS coordinates: 61.49806,23.76000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:15
Tampere Deck Arena
890 m
Näsinneula tower
1.2 km
Särkänniemi
1.2 km
Tampere Stadium
657 m
Näsilinna
767 m
Pyynikki observation tower
1.4 km
Hatanpää Manor
1.7 km
Tampere Hall
1.2 km
Tampere Workers' Theatre
547 m
Kalevankangas cemetery
1.9 km
Finlayson factory
404 m
Kaleva Church
1.8 km
Liuksiala Manor
16.3 km
Tesoma
8 km
Moomin Museum
1.2 km
Museum Centre Vapriikki
551 m
Hotel Tammer
408 m
Main Library of Tampere City Library
499 m
Aleksanteri Church
592 m
Tampere Lenin Museum
509 m
Messukylä Old Church
4.6 km
Tampere Theatre
132 m
Lielahti manor
4.4 km
Haralanharju observation tower
17.6 km
Vapaudenpatsas
426 m
Sara Hildén Art Museum
1.3 km
The Finnish Museum of Games
552 m
Tornado
1.2 kmReviews
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