Hello, I'm Neema.Living Alone Diaries: A Rwandan Woman Living in Finland – Exploring Kuopio & Cozy Home Cooking.Join me as I travel to Kuopio, Finland, where I visit the Orthodox Church Museum and explore Matkus Shopping Centre. After a day of adventure, I return home to cook a comforting homemade meal—one of my favorites! This is a glimpse into my solo living experience as a Rwandan woman in Finland, balancing travel, shopping, and the simple joys of home life.
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Things to know about The orthodox church Museum of Finland.
The Orthodox Church Museum of Finland (also known as RIISA) is one of the most significant Orthodox museums in Europe. It is located in Kuopio, Finland, and preserves the heritage of the Finnish Orthodox Church.
History & Background:
• The museum was founded in 1957 to safeguard and display the rich history of Orthodox Christianity in Finland.
• It houses artifacts from the Karelian Orthodox tradition, which was deeply affected by the turmoil of World War II. Many items were relocated to Kuopio after Finland lost parts of Karelia to the Soviet Union.
• In 2015, the museum was renovated and reopened under the name RIISA – The Orthodox Church Museum of Finland.
Collections & Significance:
• The museum showcases icons, liturgical textiles, religious books, and sacred vessels from different periods, some dating back to the Byzantine era.
• It preserves rare Orthodox relics from the 16th to 20th centuries, reflecting the deep ties between Finnish and Russian Orthodox traditions.
• RIISA also plays a role in research and education, helping visitors understand Orthodox Christian heritage in Finland and beyond.
Today, the museum is an important cultural landmark in Kuopio, offering a unique insight into Orthodox Christian history and Finnish religious traditions.
TOUR : The Orthodox Church Museum of Finland (also known as RIISA):
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