Red sky

Now the November as we know it in Helsinki has really started. The sun only comes out occasionally, it's wet and getting colder. The northern part of Finland already got the first snow. But from time to time, when the clouds move away during the evening hours, the sky glows in the most amazing colors.

Have a nice weekend despite the grey November weather. And let's hope for a few rays of sun in between.

Early sunsets

Today it is a late post for a change. Darkness comes early these days. But the setting sun also paints some beautiful colors all over the sky.

Have a good start into the week!

Northern lights

Did you see this week's northern lights (or aurora borealis)? They were caused by a strong sun storm and were visible all the way down to Helsinki.

by Luminoucity

Even in the city the green and even yellow and red lights were painting the night sky. And amazing natural light show.

But if you missed it don't worry, the next northern lights will come for sure.

Enjoy the summer!

What are you doing infront of the screen? Go outside and enjoy the beautiful weather!

Have a great Sunday!

Beautiful night sky

The night sky can be so beautiful during the Finnish summer. This picture was taken around 22:30.

Have a nice Sunday!

Wheel in the sky

The Finnair SkyWheel is one of the new main attractions and charakteristic landmark of Helsinki. And a ride on it is definitely worth it.

For 12 € (9 € for children) you board one of the blue cabin that brings you around 40 meters up in the air. 

From up there you have the probably best view over the city and the harbour. And that is because best thing about the Skywheel is most likely its location. From the seaside in Katajanokka just behind Kauppatori you can see most of Helsinkis important sights like the Tuomiokirkko, Uspenski Cathedral, Torni, Esplanadi and more.

The cabin has a capacity of up to eight persons. Depending on the day you might even have one just for yourself though. 

If you want to enjoy real luxury while enjoying the view over the city then you should book the VIP cabine (the blax one). It includes a champagne welcoming and a longer ride of 25 instead of just 15 minutes. The VIP cabine is for a maximum of four people and costs 195 € per ride.

The beauty of a rainy day

The rainy weather also has its upsides. Yesterday the sun pained an amazing rainbow into the sky over Helsinki.

This picture was taken on Länsiväylä in Espoo driving towards Helsinki.

Beautiful May sunsets

The sun sets quite late and very slow around this time of the year. That give the opportunity to watch beautiful sunsets with breathtaking colors in the sky over Helsinki.

Beautiful colors in the sky

Now that the gray and dark winter is over wonderful sunsets can be seen again. The sinking sun paints beautiful colors on the sky.

Under the blue sky

The sun is out but it's still too cold to sit outside. Luckily there are alternatives how you can still sit under the blue sky without the need of a blanket or warm clothes.

Forum offer not only one but many options. Their new upper level with several restaurants and cafés is covered by a glass big glass roof. Or just have an after work drink at Apollo and sit in the glass covered court yard.

Have a good start into the week!

Winter sky in the city

Have a nice Sunday in Helsinki!