The Best of Finland

Helsinki Cathedral

Helsinki Cathedral is the main church of the Diocese of Helsinki and a landmark located in Helsinki
It is an example of Empire-style architecture, and the cathedral is situated at Senate Square
The cathedral serves as the Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral

The Old Market Hall in Helsinki is the city's oldest market hall, having been in operation since 1889
Originally, food trade in Helsinki predominantly occurred in market squares until the late 19th century when the concept of indoor market halls began to take shape
The Old Market Hall has since become a popular destination, featuring numerous vendors selling fresh produce, meats, fish, baked goods, and other delicacies

Suomenlinna, also known as Sveaborg, is a historic sea fortress located on a group of islands
It consists of eight islands, six of which have been fortified
The construction of Suomenlinna began in 1748 during the Swedish era, intended as a maritime defense and a base for the Archipelago Fleet
It is accessible only by water, with ferry services operating year-round, where visitors can explore its various museums, parks, and historical sites

Seurasaaren Ulkomuseo, or the Seurasaari Open-Air Museum, is located on Seurasaari Island in Helsinki
Established in 1909, it showcases a collection of 87 historic wooden buildings that have been relocated from various regions of Finland
The museum aims to preserve and present Finnish rural architecture and lifestyle from the 17th to 19th centuries
Visitors can explore these buildings, which include traditional farmhouses, a church, and other structures that reflect the country's heritage

Temppeliaukio Church, also known as the Rock Church, is a notable Lutheran church located in the Töölö neighborhood of Helsinki
It is renowned for its architectural design, as it is excavated directly into solid rock, making it an example of modernist architecture
Temppeliaukio Church was completed in 1969, and its interior is characterized by natural stone walls and excellent acoustics, making it a favored venue for concerts as well as religious services

Uspenski Cathedral is a Greek Orthodox cathedral located in Helsinki, that serves as the main cathedral of the Orthodox Church of Finland
It is recognized as the largest Orthodox church in Northern and Western Europe
The cathedral was built between 1862 and 1868 and is an example of traditional Russian architecture