Weiste has manufactured Christmas ornaments made in Finland since 1924. Traditionally Finnish ornaments were plain, made of straw, originating from kekri, the ancient harvest festival. In addition to pre-Christian traditions, Finnish Christmas has been influenced by Swedish and German festivities. Santa Claus is said to live in the Finnish Lapland. Since 1920s, he has been located in Korvatunturi, a fell in the border zone between Finland and Russia. Entering the area requires permission from the Finnish Border Guard.
Weiste has manufactured Christmas ornaments made in Finland since 1924. Traditionally Finnish ornaments were plain, made of straw, originating from kekri, the ancient harvest festival. In addition to pre-Christian traditions, Finnish Christmas has been influenced by Swedish and German festivities. Santa Claus is said to live in the Finnish Lapland. Since 1920s, he has been located in Korvatunturi, a fell in the border zone between Finland and Russia. Entering the area requires permission from the Finnish Border Guard.
