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Municipality in Kanta-Häme, Finland
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Janakkala is a municipality in Tavastia Proper.
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Pyhän Laurin kirkko
The last of Tavastia's medieval stone churches. The church's builder is assumed to be Marshal Åke Tott (1598–1640), who was the master of Häme Castle at that time, although the church was originally inaugurated already in 1520. At the east end of the church, three coats of arms of the Tott family can still be seen.
Hakoisten linnavuori
A historical hill fort from the medieval period. The top of the rock is 63 metres (207 ft) above the water level of the near Lake Kernaala.
A paper factory from the 19th century.
A small amusement park.
Recreation area in the immediate vicinity of Lake Mallinkainen, including a beach and hiking trails.
A grill kiosk.
A filling station and rest stop.
By bus or car
The most direct connection to the centre of Janakkala from both Helsinki and Hämeenlinna is to travel along Highway 3 (E12).
By taxi
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