Wikitravel Guide to Helsinki
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by Jani Patokallio and the Wikitravel community
Founded in 1550, the "Daughter of the Baltic" has been the Finnish capital since 1812, when it was rebuilt by the tsars of Russia along the lines of a miniature St. Petersburg, a role it has played in many a Cold War movie. Today, Helsinki pulls off the trick of being something of an international metropolis while still retaining a small-town feel. The best time to visit is in summer, when Finns peel off their overcoats and flock to outdoor bars and cafes to enjoy the sunshine.
Highlights
- Museums and historical sights from top to bottom
- In-depth coverage of restaurants and nightlife
- Shopping for Nordic design and funky records
- Guides to Nuuksio National Park and the delightful town of Porvoo
- Reference section with practical advice for travel in Finland
- Includes a Finnish phrasebook
Product Details
- Pocket size (4.25" x 6.88")
- 114 pages
- Updated monthly — you will always receive the latest version
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This book, including the cover, the excerpt above and the preview pages, uses content from the Wikitravel.org guide to Helsinki, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike license.
