Things to see in Salo

Salo has a rich and interesting history. The first signs of human inhabitation date back to 7,000-6,500 BC in Suomusjärvi. That´s even before clay pottery was being made in our country! Laperla village is the very heart of this period in Finnish history, which is known as the Suomusjärvi Culture. Rikalanmäki in Halikko is one of Finland´s most important sites for ancient relics.

It´s easy to spend several interesting days visiting the many museums and manors that provide insight into the rich history of our region. Each municipality has at least one site that is worth a visit. Take a magnificent trip back through time in the Salo region!

Two important roads went through the Salo region, and these roads have been travelled by kings and peasants. The King´s Road, also known as the Coastal Route, was probably at its busiest in 1700s, when it was part of the postal route between Stockholm and St. Petersburg. The Ox Road of Häme links Turku with Hämeenlinna and is one of Finland´s oldest historical roads. The Salo region is also the site of Hiidentie road, which follows the reaches of the river Uskelanjoki River as it runs from Salo to Somero via the Pertteli Church. This medieval, possibly even Iron Age, road mainly follows its original lines and is believed to have connected King´s Road and the Ox Road of Häme.

Most popular attractions and destinations in 2008:

1. Salo Art Museum Veturitalli
2. Rikalanmäki Hill in Halikko and Museum of Halikko
3. The Ox Road of Häme
4. Teijo´s historical ironworks villages: Kirjakkala, Teijo, Mathildedal
5. The aristocratic manors in the region; Wiurila Manor in Halikko is open to tourists throughout the year