This is because the Great Fire of
Turku ravaged the city in 1827 and while the medieval streets and houses succumbed to the flames, in their place were built imposing villas and avenues.
Turku shares this year's honor with the Estonian capital, Tallinn, which began its reign last month by hosting the European Film Awards.
"It's really special that this will happen in
Turku with it being Tom's birthplace.
The district heat produced would be sold to
Turku Energia, the steam to Fortum and the electricity to TSME shareholders.
"On its tube was a picture of
Turku Castle, the main symbol of our town.
What is most impressive for anyone with an interest in developing knowledge-based economies is the
Turku Science Park, which contains three universities, the University Hospital and 300 hi-tech companies in five square kilometres.
The new service, which will be trialled in
Turku between 15 and 30 April and 1 June-31 October, is part of a project called Telepay-EU that studies the use of mobile phones to pay for travel.
There are also plans to develop an online discussion forum for the
Turku people.
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This study was supported by grants from the Maud Kuistila Memorial Foundation, the Finnish Medical Foundation Duodecim, and the special government grant (EVO grant) from
Turku University Central Hospital (all to A.H.).
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