Marjomäki

Marjomäki is a peak in Hattula, Hämeenlinna, Tavastia Proper and has an elevation of 94 metres. Marjomäki is situated nearby to the suburb Parolannummi, as well as near Katinala.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Parola railway station and Holy Cross Church.

Parola railway station

Railway station

Photo: Junafani, CC BY-SA 3.0.

The Parola railway station is located in the municipality of Hattula, Finland, in the urban area and municipal seat of Parola. It is located along the Riihimäki–Tampere railway, and its neighboring stations are Iittala in the north and Hämeenlinna in the south.

Holy Cross Church

Church

Photo: Balcer, CC BY 2.5.

The Holy Cross Church in Parola, Hattula, Finland, is the oldest church in the former Tavastia province. In the Middle Ages, the Church of the Holy Cross, known as a pilgrimage site, became famous for its frescoes.

Lion of Parola

Work of art

Photo: Htm, CC BY-SA 3.0.

The Lion of Parola is a statue located at the edge of the Parolannummi military training ground in Parola area of Hattula, Finland, to honor the visit of Russian Emperor Alexander II, who inspected the Finnish troops in 1863.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Parola and Linnanniemi.

Parola

Town

Photo: Junafani, CC BY-SA 3.0.

Parola is an urban area located in the municipality of Hattula in the Kanta-Häme region of Finland. It is notable for its rich history that intertwines ancient settlement, medieval culture, and significant military heritage.