Märkesåret 1809 is project established to reinforce the cultural and historical ties, as well as the feeling of community and union between Sweden and Finland. It commemorates the events of 1809, when Sweden and Finland were divided into two countries, after having had a common history since the 12th century.
Märkesårsgalan is a gala, part of the
"Märkesåret 1809" project, with artists from Finland and Sweden performing music and songs from the two countries, from Sibelius to Finnish tango, as well as modern hits.
I would really love to see pictures of Victoria from the gala, hope we will get them soon enough.