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Geography of Helsinki

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Located at 60.1667, 24.9333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Geography of Helsinki

Kamppi

Kamppi is a neighbourhood in the centre of Helsinki, the capital of Finland. The name originally referred to a small area known as the "Kamppi field" (see below), but according to the current official designation, "Kamppi" encompasses a much larger area with a population of 10,000 in 2004. The heart of Kamppi is a part of the Central Business District.

Located at 60.1675, 24.9317 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Neighbourhoods of Helsinki

Eira

Eira is a neighborhood in Helsinki, the capital of Finland. The district dates back to the early 20th century and received its name after Eira Hospital in the neighboring district of Ullanlinna, which in turn took its name from Eira Hospital in Stockholm, which was named after Eir, the old Scandinavian goddess of healing. Eira is located south from the city centre. The neighbourhood has some of the most expensive and sought-after old apartments, built in jugend style.

Located at 60.1564, 24.9383 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Diplomatic districts, Neighbourhoods of Helsinki

Punavuori

Punavuori is a neighbourhood in Helsinki, the capital of Finland. After the new location and growth of Helsinki in the 18th century, Punavuori became the area next to the center. During the 19th century the district had a seedy reputation. Most of the brothels and beerhouses were found in Punavuori. The social problems were aggravated by quickly built rent-apartments for the poor. After World War II, the district went through a process of gentrification.

Located at 60.1617, 24.9381 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Neighbourhoods of Helsinki

Hietalahti, Helsinki

Hietalahti is an unofficial district in the city of Helsinki, Finland. Hietalahti is a southern district, bordering the seaside, situated between Ruoholahti in the west and Kamppi in the north. Main attractions in Hietalahti include Helsinki's most popular flea market, a luxurious hotel and a couple of seafood-themed restaurants. The Helsinki International Bible Center and a Hare Krishna organisation are also located in the Hietalahti-Ruoholahti area.

Located at 60.1625, 24.9292 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Subdivisions of Helsinki

Helsingin normaalilyseo

Helsingin normaalilyseo (Finnish for "Normal Lyceum of Helsinki") is a school in Helsinki, Finland, consisting of the upper part of primary school (peruskoulun yläaste, grades 7 to 9) and secondary school (lukio). Unlike most other schools in Helsinki, the school is not owned by the city of Helsinki, but is instead part of the University of Helsinki, which itself is owned directly by the state of Finland. The school is considered one of the most prestigious.

Located at 60.1626, 24.9435 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Schools in Helsinki, Secondary schools in Finland

Erottaja

Erottaja, meaning "the separator", is a public square near the centre of Helsinki, Finland. Erottaja square has been selected as the official geographic "zero point" of Helsinki. Distances to all other cities in Finland are measured starting from here. In practice, the square functions as the meeting point of central Helsinki's two famous streets, Esplanadi and Mannerheimintie. The square is the western endpoint of Esplanadi, with the eastern endpoint being at the market square.

Located at 60.1667, 24.9433 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Squares in Helsinki

Eurovision Song Contest 2007

The Eurovision Song Contest 2007 was the 52nd edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. It was won by first-time appearance as an independent country Serbia and was held at the Hartwall Areena in Helsinki, Finland from 10 May to 12 May. The host broadcaster was YLE. Finland earned the right to host the event after heavy metal band Lordi's victory at the Eurovision Song Contest 2006. It was the first time the Contest had been held in Finland.

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Eurovision Song Contest by year, 2007 music awards, 2007 in Finland

Nosturi

Nosturi is a culture and music hall and a nightclub in the Punavuori district of Helsinki, Finland. It is owned by the Association of Live Music (Elävän musiikin yhdistys, ELMU). The hall is located at the seaside in Hietalahti next to the Helsinki New Shipyard in an old cargo terminal building. It gets its name from the old crane (Hietalahti crane number 6) located right next to it. Many popular live music festivals are held at Nosturi throughout the year.

Located at 60.1597, 24.9308 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Helsinki, Culture in Helsinki, Nightclubs in Finland

Kingdom of Finland (1918)

The Kingdom of Finland was an abortive attempt to establish a monarchy in Finland following Finland's independence from Russia. Had the German Empire endured, Prince Frederick Charles of Hesse would have been installed as the King of Finland.

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1918 in Finland, Finnish monarchy, Former monarchies of Europe, History of Finland, Political history of Finland, Post–Russian Empire states

St. John's Church, Helsinki

St. John's Church in Helsinki, Finland is a Lutheran church designed by the Swedish architect Adolf Melander in the Gothic Revival style. It is the largest stone church in Finland by seating capacity. Situated in the Ullanlinna district of Helsinki, the church was built between 1888 and 1893, the third Lutheran church in Helsinki, and still the biggest.

Located at 60.1618, 24.9447 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Churches in Helsinki, Brick Gothic, Religious buildings completed in 1893, 19th-century Lutheran church buildings, Gothic Revival architecture in Finland

Deutsche Schule Helsinki

Deutsche Schule Helsinki (German for "German school Helsinki") is a German-speaking school located in Helsinki, the capital of Finland. The school was originally founded in 1881 through funding from the German consul Freiherr von Lanazan, wealthy German families and the Church of Germany. The school was originally held in various private apartments but now has its own facilities in Kamppi. The school is open for everyone with an interest in the German language.

Located at 60.1672, 24.9319 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Schools in Helsinki, German foreign schools

Design Museum, Helsinki

Design Museum is a museum in Helsinki devoted to the exhibition of both Finnish and foreign design, including industrial design, fashion, and graphic design. The building is situated in Kaartinkaupunki, on Korkeavuorenkatu Street, and is owned by the Republic of Finland through Senate Properties.

Located at 60.1631, 24.9464 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Design museums, Museums in Helsinki, Art museums and galleries in Finland, Art museums established in 1873, 1873 establishments in Finland

Museum of Finnish Architecture

The Museum of Finnish Architecture is an architectural museum in Helsinki, Finland. Established in 1956, it is the second oldest museum of its kind devoted specifically to architecture. The museum was founded on the basis of the photographic collection of the Finnish Association of Architects (SAFA), which was established in 1949. The museum is on Kasarmikatu street in Ullanlinna, housed in a neo-classical building, designed by architect Magnus Schjerfbeck and completed in 1899.

Located at 60.1631, 24.9475 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Museums in Helsinki, Art museums and galleries in Finland, Architecture museums, Finnish architecture, Modernist architecture in Finland, Neoclassical architecture in Finland, Art museums established in 1956, 1956 establishments in Finland

Alexander Theatre

Aleksanterin teatteri, Alexandersteatern is a Finnish theatre in the city of Helsinki at Bulevardi 23-27, also known as Russian Theater and Alexander Theatre.

Located at 60.1633, 24.9331 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Theatres in Helsinki, Opera houses in Finland, Buildings and structures in Helsinki, History of Finland

Ullanlinna

Ullanlinna is the southern-most city district of Helsinki, in Finland. The name Ullanlinna (English: Ulla's fortification) refers to the fortification line that was built at the southern edge of the area during the 18th century (no longer visible), as part of the town fortifications, which also included the fortress of Suomenlinna. The name Ulla refers to the Swedish Queen Ulrika Eleonora (1688–1741).

Located at 60.1583, 24.9472 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Neighbourhoods of Helsinki

Eira Hospital (Finland)

Eira Hospital is a private hospital in southern part of Helsinki, Finland. It has given its name to the adjacent Eira district of Helsinki. The architectural landmark is located at Tehtaankatu and Laivurinkatu cross, with address at Tehtaankatu 30 in Helsinki. The building was designed by Lars Sonck and its construction was completed in June 1905. It is named Eira after similar Eira-named hospital in Stockholm. In Icelandic Poetic Edda Eir was the art-of-medicine goddess.

Located at 60.1578, 24.9417 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Hospitals in Finland, Buildings and structures in Helsinki,

Helsingfors Segelsällskap

Helsingfors Segelsällskap Yacht Club or HSS, is the second oldest yacht club in Helsinki, established in 1893. The yacht club has 1460 members and 350 mainly sail boats in the register. The club is located on Liuskasaari island in the middle of southern Helsinki. Liuskasaari is a few minutes ferry ride away from Merisatamanranta. HSS hosts a popular full service guest harbor for 20 boats. The club also has a substantial contingent of expat sailors residing in Helsinki.

Located at 60.1508, 24.9483 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Organizations established in 1893, Yacht clubs in Finland, Buildings and structures in Helsinki, Organisations based in Helsinki, Sport in Helsinki, 1893 establishments in Finland

Ressu Upper Secondary School

Ressu Upper Secondary School is a school located in central Helsinki, Finland. Ressu is one of the oldest Finnish speaking schools in Finland and is considered to be one of the most prestigious schools in Finland. Ressu is the most difficult lukio to gain entry to across all of Finland, with admission typically requiring grade point averages above 9.5 on the Finnish scale of 10.0.

Located at 60.1669, 24.9383 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Educational institutions established in 1891, International Baccalaureate schools in Finland, Schools in Helsinki, Secondary schools in Finland

Munkkisaari

Munkkisaari, Munkholmen is a neighborhood of Helsinki, Finland.

Located at 60.15, 24.9333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Liuskasaari

Liuskasaari is an island located south of Helsinki, Finland. This island is home of the Helsingfors Segelsällskap, one of the oldest sailing clubs in Finland. The island hosted some of the sailing events for the 1952 Summer Olympics.

Located at 60.1508, 24.9483 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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1952 Summer Olympic venues, Olympic sailing venues, Islands of Finland, Sports venues in Finland

Hietalahdentori

Hietalahdentori is a square in Hietalahti in Helsinki, Finland. The area is known for its popular flea market, which is open from May to September. During World War I it was used as a Russian horse barracks. The market began in 1906, and was known for a long time for its high quality food.

Located at 60.1625, 24.93 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Flea markets, Squares in Helsinki

Helsinki Old Church

The Old Church of Helsinki, designed by Carl Ludvig Engel and completed in 1826, is an Evangelical Lutheran church in Helsinki. The oldest existing church in central Helsinki, the church was originally planned as a temporary building as the Ulrika Eleonora Church constructed in 1727 had become too small for the congregation and the new church, Helsinki Cathedral, would not be completed until 1852.

Located at 60.1664, 24.9392 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Carl Ludvig Engel buildings, Churches in Helsinki, Religious buildings completed in 1826

Sea Horse (restaurant)

Sea Horse is a restaurant in Helsinki, Finland, founded in 1934. Since its founding, it has paid attention to the traditional Finnish restaurant culture with both its interior and its menu. It is colloquially called Sikala. It is located at Kapteeninkatu 11. The restaurant's customers have included sailors, cultural people, and everything in between. According to journalist Jouni Lompolo, pen name "Origo", you can meet everyone from Nobel prize winners to men in the street in the restaurant.

Located at 60.1589, 24.9464 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Embassy of Argentina, Helsinki

The Embassy of Argentina in Helsinki (Spanish: Embajada de la República Argentina en Helsinki; Finnish: Argentiinan Helsingin suurlähetystön) is Argentina's foreign mission in Finland. It is located at Bulevardi 5 A 11 in Helsinki, the Finnish capital. Roberto Daniel Pierini serves as Ambassador (as of May 2012). Besides Finland, the jurisdiction of the embassy covers also the baltic countries Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.

Located at 60.1651, 24.9389 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Diplomatic missions in Helsinki, Diplomatic missions of Argentina, Argentina–Finland relations