Jyväskylä gained three new UNESCO World Heritage Sites as part of the Aalto Works Series
The Aalto Works Series including thirteen sites designed by Alvar, Aino, and Elissa Aalto in Finland, has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Aalto Works Series sites in Jyväskylä are the Säynätsalo Town Hall, the Muuratsalo Experimental House, and the Aalto Campus around the main building of the University of Jyväskylä.
Hippos is bringing the future of fitness to Jyväskylä
The new Hippos being built in Jyväskylä is a bold investment in fitness and well-being.
With state-of-the-art facilities, dozens of sports, and a complex serving thousands of users, Hippos is a unique gathering place.
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10.8.2026Jyväskylä Sinfonia gathers audience feedback and ideas through an extensive survey
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7.8.2026The French classic Amélie will be screened at the Lounaispuisto movie picnic
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7.8.2026Daycare centers have returned to normal opening hours
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6.8.2026Jyväskylä Sinfonia's Coffee Concerts invite you to enjoy chamber music and Mediterranean flavours at the Old Vicarage on 23.8. and 30.8.
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5.8.2026Exceptional opening hours at City of Jyväskylä sports facilities on Thursday, August 13, due to a staff development day
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5.8.2026Refrigeration appliances may not be used as composters from 1 January 2027 onwards
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Central Finland charms visitors with its unique combination of natural beauty and cultural gems. The region offers four magnificent national parks and no fewer than 3,700 lakes – the perfect environment for hiking, canoeing, and relaxation.
Alvar Aalto's world-famous architecture and two UNESCO World Heritage Sites make Central Finland a dream destination for culture lovers.
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