Helsinki Attractions

The Helsinki attractions prove to be a major getaway into a realm that commemorates an era, long lost with the onslaught of time. Some of the important Helsinki tourist attractions include Sibelius Park & Monument, Botanical Gardens, Pihlajasaari Recreational Park, Helsinki Zoo, Seurasaari Open-Air Museum, Gallen-Kallela Museum, 'Church in the Rock'.

While the museums and the historical monuments bear the reminiscences of the past, the parks and the botanical gardens like Linnanmaki amusement park prove to be the best retreat for a leisurely walk into the multi-colored regal. The sports stadiums and the cultural centers in the region lay a contrasting landscape to the laid back charm of the cathedrals and the churches. A blend of the architectural styles of the past with that of the present, these Helsinki attractions are built with modern techniques reflecting engineering expertise. Some of the other sightseeing attractions in Helsinki :

• Eduskuntatalo or the Finnish Parliament
• Kiasma or the Museum of Contemporary Art
• Helsinki City Museum
• Olympic Stadium or Olympiastadion
• Ainola
• Seurasaari Open-Air Museum
• Suomenlinna naval fortress
• Temppeliaukio church
• Ehrensvärd Museum

With long meandering beach stretches bordering the coastline, Helsinki is the best retreat for beach lovers. The Hietaniemi beach is famous for its comely surroundings and calm sobriety. The Helsinki attractions are most visited because of their ability to divulge the historical and the cultural traits of the country.