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Literally "lighthouse", the Majakka tower is 134 metres (440 ft) tall high-rise building, known as the first skyscraper of Finland. It was inaugurated in 2019.
Majakka is a skyscraper in Kalasatama, Helsinki, Finland. At 134 metres (440 ft) tall, it is currently the 2nd tallest building in Finland, and the first skyscraper in Finland. It is divided into 35 floors, and contains 283 residences. The 5th floor has a garden open to the public. The tower is conjoined with the Redi shopping centre and the Kalasatama metro station. The complex will include seven other residential towers, as well as a hotel and offices.
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Literally "fish harbour", this is a new seafront neighbourhood which has an interesting brick touch to it. Not a typical tourist destination, but some architecture lovers might find the place interesting. Also home to a big, crazy statue of a Siberian Jay. A new shopping and living complex Redi has been built there, with the first phase opened in autumn 2018.
A popular skatepark built by the skaters themselves. The place has even been used by many internationally famous skaters, such as Tony Hawk. It has been under threat since 2017, losing an appeal in 2024.
A former power plant, nowadays a centre for alternative culture that hosts a circus and some exhibitions. The famous metal festival Tuska at the turn of June and July and electronic music festival Flow in August are held on the premises.
A cultural summer festival held in the bohemian district of Kallio not very far from the city centre. Held over a week in middle May. Various art galleries, workshops and street art performances. Culminates in a samba parade on Sunday, held by Império do Papagaio as their final practice before the main Samba Carnaval in the city centre.
This is the last wood-burning public sauna in Helsinki. Separate saunas for men and women. There's a good chance you'll find a top level chess match in the dressing room. Don't miss cooling off outside, especially in winter. On Saturdays you'll find bachelor parties (Kotiharju is pretty near to Kallio's nightlife).