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A virtual model of the ancient giants of Pyhäkoski. Screenshot from the game

The fascinating stories of Rokua Geopark

Rokua Geopark is home to countless stories. The oldest stories tell of the formation of the landscape two billion years ago. More recent ones tell of the experiences, lifestyles and cultural heritage of different generations. The stories open up the history of the area and recount oral and written traditions. Enter a world of fascinating stories!

In the realm of giants

Many archaeological remains have been found in the Oulujoki river valley in the form of peculiar stone structures, mounds and castle-like ruins that have puzzled researchers. These ancient structures have been given various explanations and vernacular names, such as troll's castle, ancient castle, giant's church, giant's cave and giant's cauldron. Seven giant's churches are known in the Oulujoki river area. There are no similar relics anywhere else except in the coastal area of the Gulf of Bothnia.

From wilderness into a skiing paradise

The story of Rokua began more than 10,000 years ago when the last Ice Age ended. Melt water from the glaciers carried sand and piled it into a broad ridge, which was later shaped by wind, melting ice and waves into a hilly landscape.