Saunasaari: A sauna island just opened in the middle of Helsinki

Helsinki has a new attraction for sauna enthusiasts: Saunasaari, a sauna island that just opened in the middle of the Finnish capital's harbor. According to Euronews, it sits just a short water taxi ride from Market Square and features traditional smoke saunas alongside wood-fired hot tubs. It's a fitting venue for a country where saunas aren't just a tradition—they're practically a way of life.

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