Iin Hamina

Ii, Finland

Iin Hamina is a picturesque village with around 200 inhabitants. Since 15th century it has been a remarkable market place and seaport. The most important goods were first salmon and later tar.

Today Iin Hamina is known of well-preserved and protected wooden house milieu. Most of the buildings date back to the 19th century. The homestead museum and museum café are located also there.

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Takakatu 16, Ii, Finland
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Founded: 19th century
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in Finland
Historical period: Russian Grand Duchy (Finland)

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www.iinhamina.fi

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