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 The most important museum of Finnish art |
2 Kaivokatu Helsinki 00100 Finland +358 9 173 361 http://www.fng.fi/fng/html4/fi... |
Located in the heart of the city, this museum houses various genres of art including surrealism, expressionism and cubism. It also has a collection of Italian 14th-century pieces. The main emphasis, however, lies on Finnish art from the mid-18th century to the 1960s; you will find the work of Isak Wacklin, and that of Wäinö Aaltonen, whose statue of Aleksis Kivi stands directly opposite the museum. The museum boasts of an interesting bookstore and fabulous café. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 The best market in Helsinki |
Eteläsatama Helsinki 00130 Finland |
Kauppatori's cobblestone square is a great place to buy fresh flowers, fish and vegetables. Enjoy old-fashioned Finnish Eskimo ice cream or one of the renowned meat pasties or doughnuts. Don't miss the daily changing of the Guard at the Presidential Palace. In the center of the square stands an obelisk topped by a two-headed bronze eagle; this is Keisarinnankivi, the Czarina's stone, erected in 1835 to honour the visit of Czarina Alexandra. See the 1908 naked mermaid that caused quite a stir, but is now an important symbol of Helsinki. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum of Contemporary Art |
2 Mannerheiminaukio Helsinki 00100 Finland +358 (0)9 1733 6501 http://www.kiasma.fi/ |
Kiasma will fascinate anyone interested in contemporary art and architecture, with everything from installations, paintings and audio landscapes to lectures and performances in the museum's built—in theater. See Kiasma's homepage for further information, including the open hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: Antti Jauhiainen |
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 Photo: Marcus Ekblom |
 Photo: Richard Harvey |
 Photo: Fu7ur157 I Pekka Toi |
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 Photo: Katie Chambers |
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Best department store in Helsinki |
51 Aleksanterinkatu Helsinki 00100 Finland +358 9 1211 http://www.stockmann.fi/ |
Stockmann department store was established in 1862 and offers nearly everything from clothing to furniture and modern electronics. Stockmann is not the cheapest department store; however, it has become a popular shopping place for the average consumer who appreciates high-quality goods. The Stockmann Herkku supermarket will satisfy the tastes of demanding chefs and cooks with its wide variety of Finnish and exotic raw ingredients. The Academic Bookstore right next to Stockmann is connected to it by a tunnel and contains the store's book department. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Famous sight |
3 Lutherinkatu Helsinki 00100 Finland +358 9 494 698 http://www.muuka.com/finnishpu... |
One of the biggest success stories in modern Helsinki architecture, Temppeliaukion Kirkko's design initially roused controversy because it involved a large hole in the granite outcrop covered with a concave roof. There are no ornaments, belfry or altar. Criticism is now a thing of the past and it receives about 500,000 visitors annually. The stonewalls and metal ceiling give a feeling of warmth and security. The temple is also an excellent venue for musical events; the acoustics are superb, attracting many of the world's best organists. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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