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The Tuomiokirkko, or Lutheran Cathedral, as seen from Senate Square
and from the harbour. Designed by Carl Engel and completed in 1852,
this is Helsinki's most eye-catching feature.
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Panoramic view of the grand Senate Square, from the granite steps of
the cathredral, encompassing many significant buildings including
the Government Palace, Helsinki University and Library, and
Sederholm House.
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The Parliament building, designed by J. S. Sirén, and completed in 1931.
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Finland's National Museum, housed in a cathredral-like building.
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The Russian Orthodox Uspenski Cathedral with its richly decorated interior is the largest of its kind in Western Europe.
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Next to the Olympic Stadium, the 236ft Stadium Tower overs
panoramic views over the city. |
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solid granite, with a large copper dome. |
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The imposing train station designed by architect Eliel
Saarinen, with its four muscular figures holding spherical lamps.
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Helsinki's zoo, Korkeasaari, is situated on an island of its own.
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View from the South Harbour.
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Past the Hietaniemi Cemetry to the west of the city lie popular sandy beaches.
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