The capital of Finland - Helsinki is suitable for tourists because most of the city's attractions are located in the center, a couple of steps from each other. What interesting things can you see in Helsinki
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Church in the Rock
The architectural brothers Suomalaineni blew up the rock and covered it with a dome made of glass and copper, so in 1969 a church appeared in Helsinki in the rock. Outside, the dome of the church resembles a flying saucer, it rests on rock walls and is made of copper plates spiral, creating the illusion of height. Between the dome and the stone walls there are 180 windows. The church has excellent acoustics, so an organ of 43 pipes is installed. It often hosts musical events, concerts of organ and violin music.
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Monument to Sibelius in Helsinki
Jan Sibelius is recognized as the greatest composer of Finland. Monument to him - an unusual composition of welded pipes, was installed in a very beautiful park area Meilahti.
Fortress Sveaborg in Helsinki
The sea fortress of Suomenlinna, before the proclamation of Finland's independence, was called Sveaborg, located near Helsinki. The fortress served as a stronghold of the fleet on the archipelago. Its fortifications are located on seven rocky islands. Today in the old buildings on the territory of the fortress there are: Vesikko submarine, Suomenlinna museum, Ehrensvard museum, coastal artillery museum, Customs museum, etc. Since 2001, the Suomenlinna fortress was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.
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Helsinki Cathedral
The cathedral Lutheran Cathedral was opened in 1852. The white building of the temple is made in Empire style, the roof along the perimeter is decorated with zinc sculptures of the twelve apostles. The interior is rather modest: the altar, the organ on the balcony, the statues of Luther, Melanchthon and Micael Agricola are set, only the chandeliers are richly decorated.
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Hartwall Arena Helsinki
For the World Hockey Championship in 1997, the Hartwall Arena was built - a large multi-purpose indoor stadium. Now here concerts of the Finnish and foreign stars, significant sports actions of Finland, among which world championships are held.
Assumption Cathedral in Helsinki
The largest Orthodox church in Western Europe is the Assumption Cathedral in Helsinki, built on the project of the Russian architect A.M. Gornostaev on a rock in 1868, 51 meters high. In the cathedral is the most valuable icon of the Virgin "Kozelshchanskaya", which was recently returned after the abduction.
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Monument to Alexander in Helsinki
In memory of the Emperor Alexander II, who made Finland autonomous, the Finnish language - the state language and put into circulation the Finnish stamp, in 1894 a bronze monument was erected on the Senate Square in Helsinki. The emperor is depicted in the form of a Finnish Guards officer, at the base of the pedestal is a group of sculptures embodying the Law, Labor, Peace and Light.
Presidential Palace in Helsinki
Here on Senate Square is located an impressive building in the style of classicism, built in 1820, this is the Presidential Palace. Its central entrance is decorated with four arches, six columns and a pediment. Since 1919, the palace is used as the residence of the President of Finland.
Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
The Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art has been open to the public since 1998 and is located in the center of Helsinki. The museum resembles the letter "X" and impresses visitors with its transparent ceilings, ramps and inclined walls. For lovers of contemporary art, it is offered to get acquainted with art exhibits, video installations, photos from the 1960s onwards. Exhibitions of the museum are updated annually, on the upper floors temporary exhibitions are changed 3-4 times a year.
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In this amazing city with a rich history, magnificent architecture and breathtaking nature, any person will find a place for himself. It is enough just to issue a passport and a visa to Finland .