Kyminlinna
Finland · KymenlaaksoFI
Fortress in Kotka, Finland
Kyminlinna is a fortress located in the northern part of island of Hovinsaari in Kotka, on the south coast of Finland. Kyminlinna is part of the South-Eastern Finland fortification system built by Russia after the Russo-Swedish War of 1788–1790. Kyminlinna formed the northern part of a double fortification, together with Ruotsinsalmi sea fortress, where Kyminlinna was intended to repulse land-based attacks along the King's Road.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 60.507, 26.888
- Timezone
- Europe/Helsinki
Overview of Kyminlinna
In Kymenlaakso, Finland, Kyminlinna stands out as a spot. Our data highlights culture above everything else. Being northern-hemisphere, the best months shift accordingly.
Things to do in Kyminlinna
Culture in Kyminlinna
(1)Kyminlinna's culture entries include Castles. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Kyminlinna. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Getting there & around
Expect limited services: reach Kymenlaakso first, then drive or cycle into Kyminlinna. The local time zone is Europe/Helsinki.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Kyminlinna known for?
- Kyminlinna is mainly a destination for culture, set in Kymenlaakso, Finland.
- What can you do in Kyminlinna?
- You can plan around Castles in Kyminlinna. Each is tagged in our dataset rather than guessed at.
- Where is Kyminlinna located?
- Administratively, Kyminlinna sits in Kymenlaakso, Finland — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.
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