Today an autonomous province, Åland’s islands offer a marked contrast to the mainland, on account of their scenery, culture and traditions. Comprising over 6 500 islands and reefs, the archipelago lies at the mouth of the gulf of Bothnia, forming a s..

The boat-shaped entrance to the museum is decorated with figureheads . One of the most famous sailing ships is Herzogin Cecile , which sank in the Channel in 1936 returning from a victory in a sea race. Visitors can see the captain's cabin, saloon ..

The Åland Museum and Museum of Fine Arts share a building adjoining the city's administrative headquarters. The Åland Museum's fine collection retraces the culture and history of the islands from prehistoric times to the present day. The Museum of..