Singing to Sibelius' honor

Yesterday the famous Finnish composer Jean Sibelius would have celebrated his 150th birthday. To his honor hundreds of Helsinkians came to the Senat Square to sing his piece Finlandia together.

And just in time the sun even came out. Watch the impressive video on Yle.

Mozart at Tuomiokirkko

Tuomiokirkko is Helsinki's most important and well known landmark. A must see for everyone coming to the city. But not only from outside but also from inside.

Sunday evening offers the perfect chance for that. Then the Akateeminen Laulu and Camerata Vihti will perform Mozart's Requiem in the cathedral. The concert starts at 19:00 and tickets are still available. You can either buy them online or at the entrance.

Enjoy and have a nice weekend!

Tuomiokirkko in color

If you haven't been to LUX Helsinki yet you still have two days to go. It would be a shame to miss it - especially the amazing light and sound installation Corazón at Tuomiokirkko.

Perfect view over historic Helsinki

The new University Library is an impressive piece of architectural work. But did you know that apart from its beauty and functionality as a building it also has one of the best views over historic Helsinki?

At the back end of the 7th floor you find a long terrace with tables and chairs from where you can overlook Tuomiokirkko and many more of the so famous neoclassical buildings around and behind Senaatintori.

The terrace is open for everyone. But please pay attention not to disturb the students. 

A smoothie with a perfect view

Senaatintori has probably the most impressive scenery in Helsinki. And if you want to enjoy it over a cup of coffee or a whole meal there are several options. Most of them are not that cheap though.

But there is a café a bit hidden that can offer you the same beautiful view even with a small budget. The CIAO! Caffe (part of a chain) is located in the second floor of Kiseleffintalo. Get one of their delicious smoothies, some Italian ice cream or just a normal cappuccino and look over Tuomiokirkko and the whole square.

Here comes the sun

A sunny hello from Helsinki’s Tuomiokirkko!

Replacing Tuomiokirkko?

Sometimes it's all about the perspective.

But hei, Tuomiokirkko has been on this spot already for so long. Isn't it time for a change? ;)

Have a nice Sunday!