Helsinki, Finland

Latitude and longitude coordinates are: 60.192059, 24.945831.

Located on the southernmost edge of the country, on the shores of the Gulf of Finland, Helsinki is the capital of Finland. It is sometimes called "The Capital City on Islands", with the city center situated on a small peninsula known as the Cape of Helsinki. Thus, surrounded by water, plenty of small islands, and numerous natural parks, the municipal part of Helsinki and its neighboring cities enjoy the wonderful environment and offer its guests plenty of natural landmarks and fresh air. Helsinki is a principal cultural center and rapidly developing tourist hub in the region, with a great number of museums, galleries, historical buildings, and other various places of interest. The city is also known as an industrial center considered to be one of the best and most attractive cities in Europe for investors.

The capital city is a key administrative center and part of the largest metropolitan area of Finland. There is a modern international airport considered to be the key airway hub connecting the region with Europe, Asia, and other continents. Helsinki is valued as a center of the cultural life of the country, as well as a destination for those who love sports. There are many modern facilities for various water sports, ice hockey, basketball, athletics, etc. located in the central part of the city. Helsinki often hosts various important international cultural events including the Olympic Games, the Eurovision Song Contest, the European Figure Skating Championship, and many others.

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Satellite Map of Helsinki, Finland