Imatrankoski

Finnish Vuoksa river flowing through the city and empties into Lake Ladoga, in the way of forming many rapids and a famous waterfall in the park Kruununpuysto. It is the oldest park reserve Finland.
Imatransky Falls has existed for about 4500 years. Nowadays, "Finnish Niagara" is famous all over Europe. Once in 1929 near Imatra hydroelectric power station was built, he appears as a kind of attraction. In the summer time at certain hours the descent of water in the canyon, and every August is held here a unique view - Launching a huge raft with a bonfire. In the New Year's holiday visitors will see at least an interesting sight, the so-called "representation Sylvester" - the flow of water to the rumble of thunder and fireworks with music and lighting effects.