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Savonlinna Opera Festival<\/h1>\n

Savonlinna is known above all for the Savonlinna Opera Festival. Finnish soprano Aino Ackt\u00e9 organized the first opera festival in Olavinlinna Castle in 1912, and since then it has grown into an international cultural event.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Savonlinna Opera Festival is internationally the best-known cultural event in Finland. Over the years, it has grown into a month-long international festival. Every year, it attracts approximately 70,000 guests, of which 10 percent are foreigners, to enjoy world-class opera in Savonlinna.<\/p>\n

The Savonlinna Opera Festival provides more than just opera in a historic castle milieu, those visiting the festival get to also enjoy the charm of a small town, unique lake nature, bright summer nights and a strong cultural spirit. The venue for the Savonlinna Opera Festival is the unique, large castle courtyard of the northernmost medieval castle in the world Olavinlinna that has excellent acoustics and a 2,264-seat covered auditorium.<\/p>\n

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Experience Savonlinna Opera Festival \u2013 Opera Packages Now Available<\/h2>\n

Opera packages for the upcoming Savonlinna Opera Festival are now on sale. The packages include opera tickets and accommodation, making it easy to enjoy world-class performances in the unique setting of Olavinlinna Castle. All you need to do is enjoy the music, the atmosphere and summer in Savonlinna. The packages are available until February 15.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Events of the opera summer<\/h2>\n

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