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Location:
RAUMA
Rauma is founded in 1442, this third-oldest town in
Finland combines historic buildings, culture, modern
industries and services, an expanding port and
wide-ranging higher education.
Rauma is known for three historic features: picturesque
Old Rauma, the elegance of its lace and a distinctive
dialect, which is called the Rauma language. Old Rauma
is one of four UNESCO world heritage sites in Finland.
Lace-making in Rauma has a long history. This handicraft,
originally brought to Rauma by seamen, still flourishes.
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