my favourite Art Nouveau facade in Helsinki, just admire the stylistic figurines
There is really no end to the range of fabulous buildings, everywhere in Helsinki. I have just selected a additional few photos of facades, windows, the occasional balcony, to provide a taste of what there is to see.
another row of houses
and this one, with it singular pillar supporting the round corner section
protruding alcove, decorated on the underside
windows
and more windows
gold decorations
and more of those
another typical facade
Then there is the Central Station, another grand Art Nouveau building. The locals are proud of what they call the torch bearers, in the front of the station, but I like the smaller version on the side even more.
the central station
and its clock tower
these are my favourites
inside the station
suitable lamps
Special mention for the Pohjola building, a work of art not only at the outside, with its many quirky sculptures, but also on the inside – we managed to slip in, and admire the stairs, the ancient elevator, the doors and wooden carvings, and a lot more. Next: some Finnish history, and the visit to Suomenlinna island and fort.
the Pohjola building
with bears and other figures
in detail
and these faces carved
more weird carvings outside
and wood carvings, equally weird, inside
the elevator, more than a 100 years old, no doubt
wall mosaic inside
and one of the office doors
another little cupola in town, on yet another Art Nouveau building
Helsinki is a Town for both of you with all the culture???