Hameenlinna is an old Finnish town, known for the many lakes that run through it and the surrounding area. But also for the traces of its medieval life and the Hame Castle. Before Finland’s independence, Russian soldiers, including Jews, were stationed here. The town’s , founded in the 1770s, has a Jewish plot. Russian soldiers of the Jewish faith are buried there, with most of ...

Hamina is the easternmost town in the country and dates back to at least the 14th century. Today, it is known for its port, forestry industry and special climate. Russian soldiers were stationed here before independence, as the town lies a few kilometres from the present-day border with Russia. The town’s , founded in 1773, has a Jewish plot. Russian soldiers of the Jewish faith are ...