Inspired by functionalism, the stadium was built for the 1940 Olympic Games which subsequently took place only in 1952. At the entrance stands a statue of Paavo Nurmi, the "Flying Fin", a reminder of the exploits of this runner who won titl..

Jean Sibelius (1865-1957) is the great musical figure of Finland. His career began under the auspices of National Romanticism, notably illustrated in his adaptation of the Kalevala and in his symphonic poem Finlandia . He subsequently progressed t..

This villa (early 20C) was bequeathed to the state in 1940 by the editor Amos Anderson. Presidents R Ryti and CG Mannerheim made Tamminiemi their official residence, but it is Urho Kekkonen (1900-1986) who left the most souvenirs. He lived here fro..

Adjacent to the East side of the station, the Finnish National Theatre, unmistakable with its red roof, resembles at first sight a massive castle : built in 1901 by Tarjanne, it conveys the spirit of national romanticism which reigned at that time. I..

Original plans and models reveal a retrospective of 20C architecture. The uninitiated may find themselves rather lost, but enthusiasts and professionals will discover thought provoking and maybe even inspiring material.

Naval barracks and warehouses formerly occupied the rocky promontory separating the north port from the south port. Head up to Luotsikatu to admire the Art Nouveau decorative detail employed by architects in the early 20C. N°1, the Tallberg house, ..