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1626-25. Vittrask Lake from a hill near Hvittrask Museum. West from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015Similar picturesLarge thumbnails | Use small thumbnails | View as slideshow |
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1626-25. Vittrask Lake from a hill near Hvittrask Museum. West from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015Similar picturesLarge thumbnails | Use small thumbnails | View as slideshow |
 Rocky hill from a road descending from Hvittrask Museum to a lake. West from 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  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  Living room in Hvittrask Museum (studio home of the architecture firm Gesellius, Lindgren, and Saarinen). West from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  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  Alvar Aalto Museum (former family house). Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma (built 1993 - 1998). Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Interior of Helsinki Cathedral (St. Nicholas Church). Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  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  Fountain of Konstantin Kiselev Farmstead west from Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Statue of Alexander II on Senate Square. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Aleksi 13 department store on Aleksanterinkatu Street. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Main University Building on Senate Square. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Main entrance of Central Railway Station. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Entrance of Aleksi 13 department store on Aleksanterinkatu Street. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Wooden door of Antelope Quarter on Aleksanterinkatu Street. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Presidential Palace (1845), a former residence of a Russian Tsar. Helsinki, Finland, July 18, 2015  Door of Pohjola Insurance Building at 44 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  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  Gronqvist House (1883) (Ilmarinen insurance company) on Fabianinkatu Street. 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 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  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  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  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  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.  Lake Ruokosalmi from Haukkavuorella Hill. Southern Finland, August 27, 2016  View of Lake Ruokosalmi from Haukkavuorella Hill. Southern Finland, August 27, 2016  View of Lake Ruokosalmi from Haukkavuorella (Hawk) Hill. Southern Finland, August 27, 2016  Boulders in Gulf of Finland in Alexandria Park in Peterhof, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 22, 2015  Brick house near Gulf of Finland in Alexandria Park in Peterhof, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 22, 2015  Group of trees on the shore of Gulf of Finland in Alexandria Park in Peterhof, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, May 22, 2015  Gulf of Finland near Sestroretsk. West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, July 20, 2012  Gulf of Finland near Solnechnoe. West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, July 20, 2012  Gulf of Finland in Solnechnoe, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 8, 2016  Overgrown Gulf of Finland in Morskaya near Lisiy Nos, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 18, 2017  Marsh of Gulf of Finland near Morskaya near Lisiy Nos, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 18, 2017  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  Historic milestone (limit sign) on Haukkavuorella Hill. Southern Finland, August 27, 2016  Wild rose and grasses in Gulf of Finland in Morskaya near Lisiy Nos, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 18, 2017  Claspingleaf pondweed (Potamogeton perfoliatus, Russian name Rdest) taken from Gulf of Finland near Solnechnoe north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 8, 2016  Lake near Gulf of Finland near 2nd Borovaya Street in Solnechnoye, 15 miles north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 8, 2007  View of Tsuk Tamrur hill in Judean Desert from another northern hill, 2.5 miles west from Ein Bokek. The Middle East, April 17, 2001  View of West Bay from courtyard of Museum of Islamic Art at evening. Doha, Qatar, January 22, 2015  Weathered wood on the top of a hill, view from Cottonwood Creek Dinosaur Trail, 25 miles south-west from Casper. Wyoming, July 27, 2010  - SMU campus 4/5/97 - Meadows Museum (Texas Hill Country, Dallas, March 15 - April 5, 1997)  Museum staff during a break for smoking (perekur, in Russian), view from a window of Hermitage Museum. Saint Petersburg, Russia, July 22, 2005  This broader aerial shot, taken from an aircraft heading north towards Helsinki, captures the expansive geography of Tallinn s coastline. The large landmass stretching into the sea on the left is the Kopli Peninsula. Once an industrial zone, it is now a rapidly developing area with trendy neighborhoods like Kalamaja (closer to the center) and burgeoning cultural hubs. The calm, blue waters of Tallinn Bay dominate the background, illustrating the city s intimate connection with the Baltic Sea. Further in the distance, beyond Kopli, one can see the tip of the Paljassaare Peninsula, known for its bird conservation area and beaches. The area in the foreground, characterized by a regular grid of streets and lower-rise buildings (many of them historic wooden houses), is the Kalamaja district. On the coastline to the right, the massive concrete hangars of the Seaplane Harbour museum are visible, a key maritime landmark. Near the Seaplane Harbour, the curved, defensive walls of the Patarei Sea Fortress (a former prison) stand on the water s edge, marking a grim but significant historical site. View from a window of an airplane from Tallinn to Helsinki, Estonia, October 17, 2025  Gulf of Finland near Solnechnoye, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, June 26, 2003  Gulf of Finland between Repino and Solnechnoe, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, June 30, 2011  Gulf of Finland near Sestroretsk, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, June 26, 2003  A beach of Gulf of Finland in Peterhof, suburb of Saint Petersburg. Russia, July 27, 2004  A beach of Gulf of Finland near Solnechnoye, north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, June 26, 2003  Icy shallow water of Gulf of Finland in Solnechnoe, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, March 24, 2017  Ice texture on frozen Gulf of Finland in Solnechnoe, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, March 24, 2017  Ice crystals on frozen Gulf of Finland in Solnechnoe, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, March 24, 2017  Bolders in Gulf of Finland in Tarkhovka near Sestroretsk. West from Saint Petersburg, Russia, August 15, 2017  Gulf of Finland in Alexandria Park in Peterhof, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, June 6, 2011  Icy Gulf of Finland near near Dubki Park in Sestroretsk, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, April 11, 2017  Gulf of Finland near Komarovo, 25 miles north-west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, June 16, 2014  Gulf of Finland from Laskovy Beach in Solnechnoe, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 5, 2013  Wildflowers near Gulf of Finland near Morskaya, 5 miles west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, August 5, 2016  Stones in Gulf of Finland south from Solnechnoe, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 5, 2013  Fort of Kronshlot in Gulf of Finland. Kronstadt (part of Saint Petersburg), Russia, July 11, 2009  Cargo ship in Gulf of Finland. Kronstadt (part of Saint Petersburg), Russia, July 11, 2009  Stones in Gulf of Finland in Alexandria Park in Peterhof, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, September 12, 2013  View of Gulf of Finland and Lakhta Center from Lisiy Nos, west from Saint Petersburg. Russia, March 3, 2017 |
