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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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 One of the oldest museums in Finland |
8 Kalliolinnantie Helsinki 00140 Finland +358 9 4050 9628 http://www.nba.fi/fi/cygnaeuks... |
The Cygnaeus Gallery is one of the oldest art museums in Finland. Founded in 1882, it and operates as part of the Finnish National Museum. The collection consists mainly of Finnish 19th—century paintings, drawings and sculptures. It is based on Professor Fredrik Cygnaeus's collection, which has grown to include 450 pieces. The museum is situated in a beautiful wooden villa designed by German architect J. W. Mieritz. In addition, it arranges special exhibitions, concerts and lectures. You can get to the museum on trams 3B and 3T. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Johannes church |
10 E Korkeavuorenkatu Helsinki 00120 Finland +358 9 709 2370 http://www.helsinginseurakunna... |
Johannes church was the third Lutheran church in Helsinki, and it is still the biggest. It was built in Neo-Gothic style towards the beginning of the 1890s, as the surrounding population had begun to grow. The twin towers are 74 meters in height, so the church has very impressive dimensions. The church has 2,600 seats, so there is plenty of room for big concerts and events as well. The altarpiece shows Saul's conversion and the painting, called "A Divine Revelation" is by Eero Järnefelt, brother-in-law to Jean Sibelius. The name Johannes (John) surprisingly has its roots in the Finnish ancient era and not in the name of John the Baptist. Johannes church stands on a hill that for many centuries had been a place for Midsummer bonfires (Midsummer is also "John's Day", Juhannus in Finnish). It is also interesting that the well-known composer Oskar Merikanto worked as an organist in this church. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Popular, historic park |
Kaivopuisto Helsinki 00140 Finland |
Kaivopuisto is Helsinki's most famous park, filled with sights. Its cliffs offer fantastic views of the city and archipelago. Kaivopuisto was founded in 1830, mainly as a spa facility for aristocrats. They also built Kaivohuone, still a popular place for relaxing, parties and dining. As the Crimean War and the 1850 cholera epidemic came along, the spa shut down and was later destroyed during World War II. Nowadays, Kaivopuisto is a popular place for strolls and summer picnics. On May Day, this is the best place in the city, and thousands of people spend the day here. The park is used for many events, celebrations and free concerts. Kaivopuisto and its surroundings contain a multitude of sights, such as the American, British and French embassies, Mannerheim Museum and Cygnaeus Gallery. Across the road that lines the shore is the popular café Ursula. The park's two most famous landmarks are along Iso Puistotie street: Kaivohuone, and the Kalastava Karhu or "Fishing Bear" well. In the centre of the park stands the elegant Ursa observatory. Nearby is a bust of Nordenskiöld, the explorer who discovered the passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Finland's famed President and Marshal |
14 Kalliolinnantie Helsinki 00140 Finland +358 9 635 443 http://www.mannerheim-museo.fi/ |
This museum is dedicated to Finnish President, politician, Marshal and one-time regent C. G. E. Mannerheim (1867-1951). The museum, situated in his former home, was founded in the year of his death; the home and its interior have been preserved as they were then. The exhibits include Mannerheim's uniforms, medals, personal weapons and photographs, as well as his exotic east-Asian collections. The building itself is known as the Boman villa, and was built in 1873. You can get to the museum on trams 3B and 3T. For further details on Mannerheim and the museum check their informative website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Remarkable large church |
23 A Tehtaankatu Helsinki 00140 Finland +358 9 709 2390 http://www.helsinginseurakunna... |
Agricola church, located near Kaivopuisto, was designed by Lars Sonck, the architect of the famous Kallio church. However, there are no similarities between this church and the Kallio church, as their architecture is inspired by totally different eras. This church is spacious and therefore an ideal place for big events. The tower is 106 metres in height, evoking an image of trying to reach up to the skies. The highest part of the tower is actually a steel needle, the most unique detail of this church. The name of the church comes from the father of the standard Finnish language, Mikael Agricola. Trams 1 and 3T as well as bus 14b can be used to reach this church. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Observatory surrounded by parkland |
20A Siltavuorenpenger P. O. Box 14 Helsinki 00170 Finland |
Tähtitorninmäki (Observatory Hill) is a delightful park as well as one of the city's best panoramic locations. When you climb up the hill from the direction of the Market Square, the first thing that catches your eye is the memorial to the Hapsburg shipwreck victims, designed by Gunnar Finne in 1939. Right next to the memorial is the German church. If you follow the path closest to the shore, up the hill, you'll come to the bronze Statue of the Shipwrecked, a well-known landmark designed by Robert Stigell in 1897. There is also a great view from the statue over to the Market Square, Katajanokka and the Suomenlinna sea fortress. Tähtitorninmäki got its name from the Tähtitorni, Observatory, which stands upon it. The observatory was designed by C.L. Engel and built in 1833. The top of the hill offers a great view all over the city. The most famous sight is probably what greets your eye when you stand in front of the observatory and look straight down Unioninkatu towards the district of Kallio. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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German church |
4 Bernhardinkatu Helsinki 00130 Finland +358 9 636 070 http://www.delgifi.pp.fi/ |
This German Protestant church in Kaartinkaupunki (on the southern part of Unioninkatu, near Tähtitorninmäki) is certainly one of the loveliest in Helsinki. It was consecrated in 1864. The Germans who lived in Helsinki in the nineteenth century had their own parish circle with regular German services; in 1858 they were given the right to form their own congregation and this church was the result. The church is very attractive and has a romantic atmosphere. No wonder, then, that this is one of the most popular wedding churches in the Helsinki region. On Sundays the church often has an evening service at 11p. In addition to that, Sunday services are held at 11a. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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