What is the Finnish name of the midsummer holiday, celebrated with bonfires and sauna?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Juhannus, held in late June
- Step 1: Midsummer is one of the main holidays of the Finnish year. Step 2. Many Finns go to their summer cottages. Answer: Juhannus, held in late June. Why not the others: Vappu is the spring festival, Joulu is Christmas, and Pääsiäinen is Easter.
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