Pajala

With many hotels, B&B's and hostels spread across the entire town, you are sure to find a property convenient for you and your budget. Many areas, each with a distinctive atmosphere, are just waiting to be discovered as are the many attractions to explore.

Pajala has a longstanding tradition of music, handicrafts and woodwork. The exquisitely made tin thread embroideries are unique to Swedish Lapland and are available in a variety of designs.

Reindeer occupy a central position in folk art and serve as material for many fine items made of reindeer skin and reindeer horns. In addition to reindeer, many beautiful items are made out of wood.

If you are looking for well-stocked department stores with all the necessities you need for your trip in one place, you'll find these as well.

There are a wide range of traditional Lapland flavours where fish and game, especially reindeer, play a central role. The common dish Souvas - smoked reindeer meat - should preferably be enjoyed in the Sami flat bread g·hkko, together with lingon berries.

Add to this dishes of mountain trout, grouse, fine whitefish roe from Kalix with morels and arctic raspberries to complement the meal. Finish with locally made chocolate or a piece of cheese. In this diverse culinary kingdom, you are guaranteed an unparalleled food experience.

The Pajala Fair (one week in early July), attended by over 40,000 people each year, is the place to pick up some excellent handmade Sami knives, reindeer-skin bags, smoked fish and more.