So what is this culture,

and where is it found?

And why can’t we find it

just lying around?

It’s suppose to be easy,

it’s suppose to be fun.

Everyone’s in it,

it’s already begun.

We better ask someone,

who knows all the facts.

Who understands culture,

then we can relax.

Now I’ve read a few books

and I’ve googled Turku.

There’s lots coming up

and much to wade through.

It seems cultures quite varied,

but easy to find.

So here’s a quick catch up,

so you’re not far behind.

It started in winter

surrounded by snow,

the city stood listening,

the wind blowing low.

When the story began

with a passion divided,

we saw love gliding high

above cultures collided.

Then creatively charged

with sound and with light,

the mountains erupt

and the city ignites.

Now the flame of excitement

keeps us all moving on,

to undiscovered horizons

and more culture beyond.

From a black and white DJ

with his electrical orb.

To some talented rockers,

all here to absorb.

With some opera and art

and a mysterious play,

About someone called Vares,

who likes drinking all day?

Witness burning of witches

and Monsters of Rock.

See the vaulting vampire,

with a passion to suck.

Hear accordion wrestling

and sounds of the sea.

A new Baltic drama

and classic Dostoyevsky!

Perhaps jump in the sauna?

A part of art you will be.

So just turn up the löyly,

let the heat set you free.

Now I’m sure that’s not all,

and I’ve missed out so much.

But I’m not a great poet,

I’m just riding my luck.

So enjoy what’s on offer.

Remember - let yourself go!

It’s only here for a year

this grand cultural show.

So the last thing to tell you,

now you’re culturally aware.

There’s nothing to stop you,

try it all if you dare!