Porvoo old town – Well preserved old wooden town
Updated on June 16, 2007: Added images
Porvoo’s old town is one of the best reserved wooden towns in Finland. The narrow roads are made of cobblestone and the old buildings create illusion of being in 18th or 19th century.
If the weather is nice, the place is very picturesque and suitable for a stroll for an hour or two. The old town is not very large, so you can spot everything in an afternoon, including having an excellent meal or coffee in some of the buildings.
Porvoo old town, Porvoo, Finland
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1. Marilyn Sachs — Wednesday, May 3 2006
Several years ago I visited Porvoo and found a delightful tea called EMPRESS TEA. I bought some in a shop in Old Porvoo but have not been able to get it in the United States. I s there any way that I can order it? Please let me know. Thank You.Marilyn Sachs
2. Janne — Wednesday, May 3 2006
Marilyn, I don’t drink tea, so I’m not the best expert… I didn’t find anything that would fit your description from the web. If you can give any more information regarding the shop or the tea, I can try again.
There is one café in Porvoo (Café Helmi) that might carry that tea, too.