Helsinki, capital of Finland. Founded in 1550 by the Swedish King Vasa, idea was that it was to be a rival to the Hansa town of Tallinn.
Russians took control of Finland in 1809 and that is when in 1812 Helsinki was made capital as they wanted a capital nearer St Petersburg.
Finland got its independence on 6th Dec 1917
Soviet Finish border conflicts 1918 to 1922
Another war with Russia this one called The Winter War 1939 /40
Continuation War fought along side the Germans against the Russians 1941 to 1944
Since then relative peace.
Fantastic public transport system around Helsinki that we made great use of.
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| The best Bouillabaisse I have ever tasted, bought at the old markets hall from Soppakeittiö |
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| Helsinki they have turtles as bollards to stop cars on predestrian areas |
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| Temppellaukion Kirkko. Went to a wonderful concert at this church. Has been dug down into the rock . |
A wonderful few hours spent at Ateneum
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| Iconic Finish painting The Wounded Angel by Hugo Simberg , ca |
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