The city of Tampere is situated in the south of Finland and is one of the most important industrial cities of the North. After the capital city Helsinki, Tampere is the second-largest city in Finland with 183,000 inhabitants.

Today, Tampere is a modern metropolis where, amongst others, high technology is at home. Furthermore, the city is a vibrant centre of Southern Finland with two theatres and numerous museums and galleries. Tampere is situated between two large lakes and is surrounded by vast forests. The lively city and the magnificent surroundings complement each other very well and offer something for everyone.

The parallels in the citys' historical development make a good starting point for a town twinning, as the textile industry and the machine construction have also shaped the city of Tampere in the past few decades.