Time Zone |
Europe/Helsinki |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Time Zone |
Europe/Lisbon |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+1 |
Mariehamn, the capital and only city of the Finnish Aland Islands, is located in the southern part of Finland on the Baltic Sea and is the political, economic and cultural center of the autonomous region. As the smallest city in Finland, it has a population of about 12,000 and the official language is Swedish. The city is known for its peaceful seaside scenery and unique maritime culture, with many well-preserved wooden buildings, a maritime museum and historical landmarks such as Mariehamn Castle. The economy is based on shipping, tourism and agriculture, and the city attracts a large number of tourists in the summer to enjoy the sun, sand and sea activities, making it an ideal place to experience the slow Nordic life.
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is located on the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. This 2,800-year-old city is known as the "City of Seven Hills". The cobblestone alleyways of Alfama in the old town, the melancholy melodies of the Fado Music Hall, and the images of trolley buses jingling through the streets all speak of its romance and vicissitudes. In Belém, the Jerónimos Monastery and the Belém Tower (a World Heritage Site) bear witness to the splendor of the seafaring era, while the Portuguese egg tarts, born in the region, are a must-try for food lovers from all over the world. With its mild Mediterranean climate and long coastline, Lisbon is a fascinating mix of history, art and seaside vibrancy.