Art Installation – “Yltä ja alta” (Up and Under)
This impressive land art piece designed by the American artist Nancy Hold was completed in 1998. The tunnels of the art work align with the cardinal directions and the ponds of the peace are referred ..
Church of Ylöjärvi
Throughout its 150-year history, the Church of Ylöjärvi has always been the focal point of the local landscape. Situated in the center of the rural municipality, the Church of Ylöjärvi has retaine..
Tree Mountain
Initiated in 1982, Tree Mountain is an environmental art project designed to increase humanity’s commitment to securing ecological, social and cultural well-being. Tree Mountain is elliptical in sh..
Haveri Gold Mine Area
The area of the former Haveri Gold Mine offers many activities and sights for you to enjoy. The mine was opened in the 18th century, and a mine tower and large, rocky open pit can still be seen in the..
Remains of Efrain Martin’s Croft
Remains of Efraim Martin's croft and the memorial sign to the croft are located in Ylöjärvi. Haunting of the Martin Croft was a poltergeist phenomenon in Ylöjärvi in 1885. The case received..
Kuru Open Air Museum and Ensign Stål’s Cabin
Kuru Open Air Museum is open in summer. Its main attraction is Ensign Stål’s cabin, where Finland’s national poet J. L. Runeberg was inspired by the tales of Ensign Polviander. There are a total ..
Kimmo Schroderus: Alamökki Sculpture
The sculpture Alamökki (“The Lower Hut”) was revealed in 2018. It was mounted to honor the long career of the Finnish rock band Eppu Normaali. The band is originally from Ylöjärvi. The idea for..
Viljakkala Library
Viljakkala Library provides library services and guidance on the Ylöjärvi City’s services. The library is open as self-service library early in the morning, in the evenings and at weekends. Librar..
Kuru Library
Kuru Library provides library services and guidance on the Ylöjärvi City’s services. The library is open as self-service library early in the morning, in the evenings and at weekends. Library coll..
Vikelä Windmill
The Vikelä Windmill, built in 1838 is one of the finest attractions in Ylöjärvi. The windmill is located in Kulju in Ylöjärvi, near the shore of Lake Näsijärvi...