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1625-17. Interior of Helsinki Cathedral (St. Nicholas Church). Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015Similar picturesLarge thumbnails | Use small thumbnails | View as slideshow |
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1625-17. Interior of Helsinki Cathedral (St. Nicholas Church). Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015Similar picturesLarge thumbnails | Use small thumbnails | View as slideshow |
 Colonnade of Helsinki Cathedral (St. Nicholas Church) on Senate Square. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Helsinki Cathedral (St. Nicholas Church) (1826) on Senate Square. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  View of area of Nuottaniemi and Highway 51 near Helsinki from a window of a plane from Tallinn to Helsinki. Finland, August 15, 2024  Highway 51 and Sport Arena in Lansikorkee area of Helsinki from a window of a plane from Tallinn to Helsinki. Finland, August 15, 2024  National Museum of Finland from Mannerheimintie Road. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Back entrance of National Museum of Finland from Mannerheimintie Road. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  This aerial view, captured on the approach to Helsinki (arriving from the west/southwest towards Helsinki-Vantaa Airport), showcases the stunningly fragmented coastline of the Finnish capital. The Archipelago: The image perfectly illustrates why Helsinki is known as the "Daughter of the Baltic." The coastline is a complex maze of peninsulas, bays, and islands. Western Suburbs: The dense urban areas visible are likely the western districts of Espoo (Finland s second-largest city, part of the capital region) and western Helsinki. Specifically, the large island connected by bridges in the center-left is likely Lauttasaari (Drumso), a major residential island district. To its left, the distinctive curved coastline of Keilaniemi and West Harbour (La"nsisatama) areas might be visible. The landscape is dotted with significant green spaces and forested islands, characteristic of the Helsinki metropolitan area where nature is never far from the urban core. View from a window of an airplane from Tallinn to Helsinki, Finland, October 17, 2025  Statue of Alexander II on Senate Square. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Main entrance of Central Railway Station. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Alvar Aalto Museum (former family house). Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Main University Building on Senate Square. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Aleksi 13 department store on Aleksanterinkatu Street. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Fountain of Konstantin Kiselev Farmstead west from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Presidential Palace (1845), a former residence of a Russian Tsar. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Entrance of Aleksi 13 department store on Aleksanterinkatu Street. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Door of Pohjola Insurance Building at 44 Aleksanterinkatu Street. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Wooden door of Antelope Quarter on Aleksanterinkatu Street. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Gnomes of Pohjola Insurance Building at 44 Aleksanterinkatu Street. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Pohjola Insurance Building (1901) at 44 Aleksanterinkatu Street. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma (built 1993 - 1998). Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Vittrask Lake from a hill near Hvittrask Museum. West from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Blooming stonecrop (Sedum) on granite outcrops on Mannerheimintie Road. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Corner of Gronqvist House (1883) (Ilmarinen insurance company). Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Left side of the main entrance of Central Railway Station. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Rocky hill from a road descending from Hvittrask Museum to a lake. West from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Gronqvist House (1883) (Ilmarinen insurance company) on Fabianinkatu Street. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Statue of Aleksis Kivi and Finnish National Theatre (1872) from Railway Square. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Pair of statues holding spherical lamps on right side of the main entrance of Central Railway Station. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  A room in Hvittrask Museum (studio home of the architecture firm Gesellius, Lindgren, and Saarinen). West from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Living room in Hvittrask Museum (studio home of the architecture firm Gesellius, Lindgren, and Saarinen). West from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Domed hall in Hvittrask Museum (studio home of the architecture firm Gesellius, Lindgren, and Saarinen). West from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Wooden log walls of Hvittrask Museum (studio home of the architecture firm Gesellius, Lindgren, and Saarinen). West from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Central Railway Station from Railway Square. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Statue of Aleksis Kivi and Central Railway Station from Railway Square. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Interior of Nicholas (Nikolsky) Cathedral in Staraya Ladoga. Leningrad Region, Russia, July 23, 2005  Gulf of Finland from a plane from Saint Petersburg to Helsinki. December 23, 2002.  Gulf of Finland from a plane from Saint Petersburg to Helsinki. December 23, 2002.  This aerial view captures the Tapiola district in Espoo, Finland, just west of Helsinki. Known as a "garden city," Tapiola is famous for its unique urban planning that blends modern architecture with extensive green spaces. Central Basin (Keskusallas): The large body of water in the left-center is the artificial pool or basin at the heart of Tapiola s center. It is surrounded by key landmarks like the Espoo Cultural Centre and the iconic Tapiola Garden Hotel. The image clearly shows the "garden city" concept in action: high-rise apartment blocks (typically white) are scattered amongst dense patches of forest and parks, rather than being packed into tight grids. In the foreground (bottom left), the coastline features marinas and residential areas, likely parts of the affluent Westend or Haukilahti neighborhoods, known for their seaside location. The major road running horizontally through the upper middle is likely La"nsiva"yla" (Western Highway), the main artery connecting Espoo to Helsinki city center (which would be to the right/east). View from a window of an airplane from Tallinn to Helsinki, Finland, October 17, 2025  A detailed look at the suburban landscape of Tikkurila, the administrative center of Vantaa, located just north of Helsinki. Kerava River (Keravanjoki): The winding river cutting through the landscape is the Kerava River, a tributary of the Vantaa River. It flows past residential areas and parks, offering a scenic green belt through the suburbs. The denser cluster of buildings in the center-right is the heart of Tikkurila (Dickursby). This area is a major transport hub, home to the Tikkurila railway station (a key stop for airport trains) and the Heureka Science Centre (likely one of the larger modern structures near the river). Suburban Fabric: The image showcases a mix of housing types typical of the Helsinki metropolitan area: detached houses with large gardens in the foreground and denser apartment blocks closer to the Tikkurila center. The presence of a sports field with a running track (red oval, left side) highlights the community-focused planning. Rural-Urban Edge: The top and left portions of the image show open fields and farmland, illustrating how abruptly the urban area transitions into the countryside in this region. This area is minutes away from landing at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, making it a common sight for travelers. View from a window of an airplane from Tallinn to Helsinki, Finland, October 17, 2025  Interior of Archangel Cathedral in Kremlin (Arkhangelsky sobor of Russian Orthodox church). Moscow, Russia, July 3, 2011  Greek orthodox church Sviato Troitsky Sobor (Saint Trinity Cathedral), interior. Odessa, Ukraine, July 2, 2009  Interior of Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Kronstadt. Saint Petersburg, Russia, January 3, 2016  Interior of Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Kronstadt. Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 8, 2017  Interior of Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Kronstadt. Saint Petersburg, Russia, October 29, 2016  Interior of Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Kronstadt. Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 1, 2016  Interior of Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas. Kronstadt, part of Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 28, 2013  Interior of a blue dome of Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Kronstadt. Saint Petersburg, Russia, January 3, 2016  Interior of a church of Skete of St. Nicolas the Wonder-Worker, on Valaam Island. Karelia Region, Russia, July 23, 2015  St. Nicholas Church (Niguliste kirik), located at Niguliste 3 in Tallinn s Old Town. Although originally built as a fortress church in the 13th century dedicated to Saint Nicholas (patron of sailors and merchants), it is no longer a functioning place of worship. Today, it houses the Niguliste Museum, a branch of the Art Museum of Estonia, dedicated to medieval ecclesiastical art. The church was founded by Westphalian merchants in the 1230s and was one of the wealthiest in the city. It was heavily damaged during the Soviet bombing of Tallinn in March 1944, losing its roof and most of its interior, but was meticulously restored in the following decades. The tower, rebuilt with a Baroque spire, now features a glass elevator and a viewing platform offering panoramic views of the city. The church sits on a rise just south of the Town Hall Square, surrounded by a green area that was once a cemetery. The street in the foreground is Niguliste Street, leading up from the lower town. Tallinn, Estonia, October 16, 2025  Interior of Vladimir Cathedral (orthodox church) at 9A Lenina Street. Kronstadt, part of Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 28, 2013  Interior of Saviour Transfiguration Cathedral of Valaam Monastery, on Valaam Island. Karelia Region, Russia, July 23, 2015  Interior of Andreevsky Cathedral (Cathedral of Saint Apostle Andrei, St. Andrew) in Vasilievsky Ostrov. Saint Petersburg, Russia, July 25, 2005  This is the interior of St. Nicholas Church (Niguliste kirik), now a museum of medieval art, looking towards the east end of the nave. The centerpiece is the magnificent High Altar retable (visible in the distance), a masterpiece of late medieval art created by the workshop of Lu"beck master Hermen Rode between 1478 and 1481. It is one of the largest and best-preserved altarpieces of its kind in Europe, measuring over six meters wide when fully open. The artwork depicts the lives of St. Nicholas and St. Victor, alongside more than thirty sculptures of saints. Coat-of-Arms Epitaphs: The white limestone walls of the nave are adorned with a unique collection of large, colorful coat-of-arms epitaphs (seen on the right wall). These were dedicated to wealthy local merchants and nobility from the 17th and 18th centuries, serving as memorials for those buried within the church. Estonia, October 16, 2025  Pulkovo Airport in Saint Petersburg from a plane to Helsinki. Russia, December 23, 2002.  Pulkovo Airport in Saint Petersburg from a plane to Helsinki. Russia, December 23, 2002.  Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker. Shlisselburg, Leningradskaya Region, Russia, July 27, 2012  Aerial view of Tallinn. The heart of the image is the medieval Old Town, identifiable by its dense cluster of red-tiled roofs, church spires (including the tall St. Olaf s Church), and the fortified Toompea Hill. Surrounding the Old Town are the modern high-rises of the financial district (left foreground), including the Swisso^tel and Tornima"e towers. To the right, the Port of Tallinn (Vanasadam) stretches out into the Baltic Sea, with ferries and cruise ships visible. The sweeping coastline of the Tallinn Bay dominates the background. The clear blue sky and the calm sea suggest a crisp, sunny morning. View from a window of an airplane from Tallinn to Helsinki. Estonia, October 17, 2025  Interior of Vladimirsky Cathedral in Petrogradskaya Storona neighborhood. Saint Petersburg, Russia, July 30, 2004  Worship in Nicholas (Nikolsky) Cathedral in Old Ladoga (Staraya Ladoga). Leningrad Region, Russia, July 18, 2004  Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, view from south. Kronstadt (part of Saint Petersburg), Russia, July 11, 2009  Decorations at entrance of Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas. Kronstadt (part of Saint Petersburg), Russia, July 11, 2009  Mosaic at entrance of Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas. Kronstadt (part of Saint Petersburg), Russia, July 11, 2009  Interior of St. Peter and St. Paul s Cathedral (Peeter-Pauli katedraal), located at Vene 18. This is the main cathedral for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tallinn and one of the few Catholic churches in a predominantly Protestant and secular country. The church was built between 1841 and 1844 on the walls of the former refectory (dining hall) of the medieval St. Catherine s Monastery. The Neoclassical fac,ade and twin towers were added later in the 1920s by architects Erich Jacoby and Franz de Vries. The space is characterized by its high vaulted ceilings and light, airy atmosphere. Tallinn, Estonia, October 16, 2025  Interior of a church in Old (Staraya) Ladoga. Leningrad Region, Russia, July 23, 2005  Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, view from Obvodny Canal. Kronstadt (part of Saint Petersburg), Russia, July 11, 2009  Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, view from north-west. Kronstadt (part of Saint Petersburg), Russia, July 11, 2009  Tallinn downtown from a window of a plane from Tallinn to Helsinki. Estonia, August 15, 2024  Tallinn port from a window of a plane from Tallinn to Helsinki. Estonia, August 15, 2024  Interior of Saint Catherine Church in Kingisepp. Leningrad Region, Russia, July 17, 2005  This image provides a closer view of the High Altar retable in St. Nicholas Church, showcasing its impressive scale and detail. Commissioned by the Great Guild and the Brotherhood of the Black Heads, this masterpiece was created between 1478 and 1481 in the Lu"beck workshop of Hermen Rode. It is a double-winged altarpiece, meaning it has two sets of wings that can be opened to reveal different scenes. In this "half-open" view, the panels display painted scenes from the legends of St. Nicholas (patron of the church and merchants) and St. Victor (patron of Tallinn). Estonia, October 16, 2025  Tallinn old town (in the center) from a window of a plane from Tallinn to Helsinki. Estonia, August 15, 2024  Anchor Square, with Admiral Makarov Monument and Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas. Kronstadt (part of Saint Petersburg), Russia, July 11, 2009  Interior of the Andreevsky Cathedral (Cathedral of Saint Apostle Andrei) in Vasilievsky Ostrov neighborhood. Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 2, 2004  Interior of Pater Noster Church on Mount of Olives. Jerusalem, the Middle East, July 12, 2001  Interior of church of Dormition of the Mother of God (former scating rink) on Leytenanta Shmidta Embankment of Vasilyevsky Island. Saint Petersburg, Russia, May 16, 2015  Interior of Saint Isaac Cathedral. Saint Petersburg, Russia, July 4, 2003  Interior of Saint Isaac Cathedral. Saint Petersburg, Russia, July 4, 2003  Interior of Saint Isaac Cathedral. Saint Petersburg, Russia, July 4, 2003  This panoramic view from the tower of St. Nicholas Church looks south-west towards Toompea Hill, capturing the dense layering of Tallinn s medieval and religious history. The striking structure with black onion domes is the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, an Orthodox cathedral built in 1900 in the Russian Revival style. Its imposing presence on Toompea Hill contrasts sharply with the surrounding red-tiled roofs, symbolizing the complex history of the Russian era in Estonia. In the foreground and middle distance, you can see key parts of the city s defensive network: The square tower with the tall red roof in the foreground is the Maiden Tower, a 14th-century defensive structure that now houses a cafe. Just behind and slightly to the left of the Maiden Tower (partially obscured) is the massive Kiek in de Ko"k artillery tower, whose Low German name ("Peep into the Kitchen") referred to the guards ability to see into nearby homes. Connective sections of the medieval city wall run between these towers, marking the boundary between the lower town and the upper citadel. The green space visible near the base of the wall is the Danish King s Garden (Taani kuninga aed). According to legend, this is where the Danish flag (Dannebrog) fell from the sky during a battle in 1219, turning the tide in favor of the Danes. The garden sits on the slope directly facing St. Nicholas Church. Estonia, October 16, 2025  Interior of Saint Vladimir Cathedral in Kronstadt. Saint Petersburg, Russia, July 4, 2010 |
