The National Library of Finland has reopened again after refurbishments. The outside is interesting but the inside is more than just books. The oldest part of the building was designed by C.L Engel, the man behind the Helsinki Cathedral. The library even has its own book cave, kirjaluola in Finnish. See inside HERE.
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National Library of Finland
Over Tallinn’s Old Town
St Olaf’s Church, Tallinn
St Olaf’s Church In Tallinn is thought to be from the 12th century, though the exact date is unknown. Its first written mention was in 1267. Interestingly, it is thought that at one time, between 1549-1625, this was the tallest building in the world. More interestingly, during the Soviet Union the tower was used byContinue reading “St Olaf’s Church, Tallinn”
Lone Walker
Cee’s Black and White Photo Challenge
Arabia
Arabia is a neighborhood about 5km from Helsinki City Center, where city meets nature with parks, cycle paths and nature reserves. From 1550-1640 Helsinki Old Town wasn’t far from here until it was moved to its current location. The neighborhood is home to the Arabia ceramics factory that has since become an icon of theContinue reading “Arabia”
The Old Arabia Factory
The Number 6
This week’s Dogwood challenge is Transport. Riding the tram to other neighborhoods is the local way to see the city of Helsinki. The mural in the background summarises the area of Arabia, a well-known neighborhood in Helsinki.
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It has been a few weeks since I have been able to post for the Dogwood Challenge but I was able to get this photograph for this weeks theme shadows. It was taken at the Kalasatama Metro Station, an area of Helsinki where different art is greatly encouraged. What do you think? If you are participating inContinue reading “Hug More”
A Winter’s Day
Weather
Our Shadows Will Remain 