Chelsea Handler goes wild in Lapland – Comedian's nude photos and honest words about Finns

American comedian and talk show host Chelsea Handler has been taking over Finnish social media lately. She's made her way to Finnish Lapland, and she hasn't been keeping quiet in a corner. Quite the opposite. Handler has thrown herself wholeheartedly into the local vibe – and that's also meant some pretty daring photos on her social channels.

Handler's trip has been turning heads both here at home and internationally. And no wonder, because it's not every day you see a Hollywood star posing completely in the buff on our snowy terrain. But that's exactly what Chelsea did. The snow covers everything except Handler's sense of humour and self-confidence.

Nude photos from the fells and snow

Handler's social media updates from Lapland have been a direct continuation of her signature style: unfiltered, straight-talking and above all, funny. She's posted pictures of herself enjoying the snow in woollen socks and, of course, those most talked-about shots where she poses completely naked against Lapland's stunning scenery. Maybe not the most traditional way to appreciate nature, but definitely an effective way to grab attention. And yes, the photos have spread like wildfire across social media, leaving Finns both stunned and charmed at the same time.

What does Chelsea really think about Finland?

But Handler's visit is about more than just bold photos. She's clearly done her homework on Finnish culture and been open about sharing her experiences. She's especially praised the local atmosphere and nature, but also the easy-going attitude of Finns. According to her, we've got something you don't often find elsewhere in the world. She's joked that here you can be completely yourself – even without clothes if you feel like it. That's obviously the comedian exaggerating, but it shows how liberating she's found Finland to be.

Her comments haven't gone unnoticed. Finns have welcomed Handler with open arms, and social media is filled with proud posts. It's always nice when a global superstar enjoys their time here and gives us compliments. Chelsea Handler has managed what many other tourists fail at: she's looked beneath the surface and gotten what Finnish sisu and humour are all about.

Five things Chelsea Handler has learned in Finland:

• Ice hole swimming is the best therapy: She tried an ice pool for the first time and compared it to a spiritual rebirth.
• Finns speak little but mean what they say: She appreciates the sincerity and the fact that people don't beat around the bush here.
• The light in Lapland is something special: She's said she's completely mesmerised by the blue moment of the polar night and the northern lights.
• Silence isn't boring, it's calming: She's joked that her mind finally went quiet here.
• Being naked in the snow is more refreshing than you'd think: She's proven this by her own example.

Handler's visit is definitely a refreshing break in the gloom of January. She brings a touch of Hollywood glamour, but does it in such a likeable and self-deprecating way that you can't help but admire it. Let's hope Chelsea Handler enjoys herself and comes back again – whether with clothes on or off. The main thing is that she has a good time and keeps singing Finland's praises to the world. And best of all, she's got us laughing at ourselves and at the fact that we really do have the world's most beautiful, if slightly chilly, playground.