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Finland's greatest rowing event, with some 8,000 rowers. The World Master Rowing competition is an opportunity to race these special Sulkava long boats against competitors from all over the world or just to experience the Finnish summer and a unique rowing event. There is also programme on the shore, both at the rowing stadium and at Varvinranta, where overnight-rowers spend the night.
Sulkavan Suursoudut is Finland's biggest rowing race, held every July in Sulkava, Southern Savonia, Eastern Finland. It is organised by the Sulkava Association. The 1st race was held in 1968.
Sulkavan tori
Centre of the town of Sulkava, with most shops and restaurants within walking distance. Occasionally hosts markets during weekends.
Sulkavan kirkko
19th-century large wooden church, designed by architect Charles Bassi, fitting over 1,000 people.
Lohikosken kirkko
Idyllic little church in the beautiful Lokilahti Village. The church serves the villages of Southeastern part of Sulkava, Eastern Puumala and Southern Savonlinna. Designed by architect Ilmari Virkkala and built in 1934.