It was two
months since I've arrive to Finland. I must say that it was pretty amazing
time. At first I felted a bit homesick and also scared because everything
seemed so new to me, but now is so much better. I learn a lot about the Finnish
culture, people and everyday life. I can find places, products and other stuff
which I need more easily, without asking every time for help :D (although Finns
are so helpful, when I ask about anything). I’ve tried some traditional Finnish
food – for example pulla, cinnamon buns, which are so delicious! and famous
Finnish liquorice flavoured candy – salmiakki, which is okay
;)).
But the
highlight of the last days was definitely was Lapland Trip. Together with my
classmates we went to week-long expedition which was organized by Erasmus Network. We went from Jyväskylä to Vasatokka, a youth center in Inari. During
the trip we had lots of extra activities. At the first day we visit Snowcastle
in Kemi. Every year there is a different theme of this castle and this year the
main subject was Finland, so we could admire snow sculpture about among others:
nature, animals, sauna, Santa Claus, ice hokey and Angry Birds! But speaking
about Santa Claus… on our 2nd day we went to Rovaniemi, the Santa’s
city. Unfortunately, I have to admit it was a bit disappointment for me. Maybe
it was because it was the end of February, so the Christmas magic, already has
disappear… It felt too much sales-orientated. Too commercial for me, sorry L But after this the trip was only
better and better!
From all
possible activities I picked: husky safari and visit on reindeer farm and I
think it was the best choice ever! I love nature and animals, so it was like
perfect match for me haha. Riding a husky team at first was a bit crazy and
terrifying but then it was just amazing and smooth ride. I think I could do it
everyday :D This memory I will keep in my mind for the lat of my life, it was
truly outstanding. And I can say the same about having sauna and jumping in
cold water of Arctic Ocean. Before Erasmus I would never expect that I’ll do
anything like that in my life, but I’m so glad that I did! I think it was like
once-in-lifetime opportunity.
