Lahti is the core city of the Päijänne Lake region in southern Finland, located about 100 kilometres north of Helsinki. It is renowned as Finland's winter sports capital and a green city. Popular attractions include the Sibelius Hall, built with logs in a layered structure resembling a forest extension, offering world-class acoustics; the Lahti Ski Jump, a city landmark offering panoramic views of the city and Lake Vesijärvi; the Lanu Sculpture Park, featuring a large collection of unique modern sculptures with a rich artistic atmosphere; the Malva Visual Arts Museum, housed in a former brewery showcasing fine art and design works; and the Ski Museum and Motorcycle Museum, which highlight the city's sports and vintage culture. The cuisine focuses on Finnish lake region flavours, with must-try dishes including creamy salmon soup, black sausage (served with lingonberry jam), Karelian pasties, and blueberry pie, all featuring fresh lake fish, forest berries, and craft beer.