Rich life in the realm of forest and culture
Kuhmo, a UNESCO City of Literature and home to vast forest and culture, is recognized for its enchanting music events. The town is also known the world over for hosting the Kuhmo Chamber Music Festival every July. The serene wilderness and vast boreal forests attract and inspire artists and wood craftspeople, and the locals serve up a traditional lifestyle reflected in the classic delicacies, berries, mushrooms, game and fish served in the restaurants.
What’s happening in Kuhmo
Kuhmo Arts Centre
Kiinteistöosakeyhtiö Kuhmon kulttuuritalo Koulukatu 1, 88900 Kuhmo Get to know more
Highlights of services
At Villa Vanamo in Kuhmo, you’ll find a wide variety of wool yarns and craft supplies.
Kalevala / Harri Tarvainen
Arctic waters in Kaarneenkoski rapids.
Song for Kuhmo
Carvalacciduo: Johannes Ruotsalainen, piano Pietari Willey, violoncello
- Directed, filmed, and edited by Tapio Kinnunen
- Music composed and arranged by Johannes Ruotsalainen
- Screenplay by Tapio Kinnunen
- Recorded and mixed by Elmeri Kinnunen Funded by Elävä Kainuu LEADER ry
Can’t see the video inset? Watch the video and listen to the song here (YouTube).