Today, 5.12. is Runeberg Day in Finland
Johan Ludvig Runeberg was a Finland Swedish poet. He is Finland's national poet and the author of the national anthem Maamme laulu. J.L. Runeberg lived in the medieval town of Porvoo. His home is a museum.
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It is customary to enjoy Runeberg torte in honor of J.L. Runeberg. The torte is moist as it is flavored with arrack or rum.