Sights

Kolvanan Uuro
The small and narrow valley of Kolvanan Uuro, densely wooded and home to typical Scandinavian woodland birds including Greenish Warbler and Thrush Nightingale. Also present are Hazel Grouse and Capercaillie with Black-throated Diver on a small lake in the valley.

The Koli Hills
The Koli Hills have been a popular tourist attraction since the turn of the century. Rising 347 metres above the sea level they are the highest hill range in southern Finland. The astonishingly panoramic vistas opening out over the long range of hills and the island-speckled Lake Pielinen have been a source of inspiration for many well-known Finnish artists and are among the most photographed views in Finland. In fact, in 1987 Koli was voted to be the most beautiful spot in Finland.  
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Towers
Watertower with view to Lake Höytiäinen
Birdtower at Kontiolahti harbour

Home district center
Shows North-Carelian peasant culture in Kontiolahti center. You can also buy different hand-made items and see art exhipitions.

Jakokoski museum canal
Canal museum, summer theather, rental of large rowing boats and also cruises at river Pielisjoki.
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Art exhibitions
Designer Leena Jarva studio, wood drawings and sculptures.