Helsinki Cruise Guide
Since Finland's independence from Russia in 1917, its capital blossomed, particularly during the 1920s and 1930s, when many elegant new buildings began to line its broad boulevards - and the process has continued to this day.
Despite the changes, though, Russian influence is still in evidence, giving Helsinki a very special atmosphere, and giving the visitor a definite sense of being in a rather special corner of Europe.
Sightseeing
A good way to see the sights is to take tram 3T, which takes in most of the main attractions.
Highlights
• Sibelieus Monument and Park
• Kiasma
• Temppeliaukio Church
• Suomenlinna Island
• Helsinki Cathedral
• Ateneum Art Museum
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Shopping
The city's main shopping streets are Pohjoisesplanadi, Aleksanterinkatu and Fredrikinkatu. A walk around the Esplanadi reveals most of Finland's best-known design stores.
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