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Municipality in Kainuu, Finland
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Pessimismitalo
According to local pessimists in Puolanka, the house is the "holiest site of Puolanka-style pessimism" and thus "Puolanka's most pointless tourist trap," which is why "ordinary citizens are advised to avoid the place." The building houses a café and a shop run by pessimists.
An old barn that has been turned into a local history museum.
A ski resort in the winter, during the summer the place offers activities like hiking, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing, swimming, minigolf and dish golf.
Lunch buffet, and kebab, burgers and pizzas on the menu.
Rooms for rent and a campsite.
By car
Highway 78, between Paltamo (and connecting to Eastern Finland) and Rovaniemi is the main route through Puolanka.
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