Development of Suomenlinna Fortress for cultural recreation

Suomelinna is a large sea fortress which was occupied by the army until 1973, after which it has been renovated and developed for cultural recreation and as a historical monument. It has been an important resort for cultural recreation since Finland's independence in 1917, an in 1991 Suomelinna was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Founded in 1748 Suomelinna celebrated its 250th Annivers…