Kaakinmaa

Kaakinmaa is a district located in the city of Turku, Finland. It is situated to the east of the city center, bordered roughly by the Aura River to the west and the Itäharju district to the east.

Kaakinmaa is characterized by a mix of residential buildings, including both older wooden houses and more modern apartment blocks. It also contains commercial and service establishments.

Historically, Kaakinmaa was a working-class area, and traces of this history can still be observed in its architecture and social character. However, gentrification processes have been underway in recent decades, leading to a more diverse demographic profile.

Notable features in Kaakinmaa include the Turku Central Prison (Kakola), which gives the district its name. "Kaakinmaa" can be loosely translated as "the land of the stocks" or "gallows hill," referring to the historical execution site located in the area. The prison was operational from the mid-19th century until 2007, and the former prison complex is currently being redeveloped into a residential and commercial area.

Kaakinmaa is well-connected to the rest of Turku via public transportation.