Helsinki Railway Station

Eliel Saarinen created Helsinki's strikingly unique Art Nouveau railway station (Helsingin päärautatieasema), which is especially noteworthy for American tourists because Saarinen's 48-meter-tall clock tower was the first of several designs that ultimately led to the creation of the Chicago Tribune Tower in 1922, the country's first skyscraper. The station's facade is composed of local granite, and it has a huge archway over the entrance that is surrounded on either side by two enormous statues. Each figure is holding a globe that shines a light on the building's façade at night, creating a stunning landmark. Visitors will find remarkably exquisite carved panels decorating the walls inside as well as soaring arched passageways. It is one of the best places to visit in Helsinki.

Helsinki's railroad tracks were constructed in the 1860s. Eliel Saarinen created the station building, which is covered in granite, and it opened in 1919. The structure is well-known for its clock tower and Emil Wikström's Lyhdynkantajat ("The Lantern Bearers") statues. In 2013, BBC named Helsinki Central as one of the most stunning train stations in the world. The whole Finnish rail system is now represented by Helsinki Central Station. For instance, the VR Group advertises with a picture of the station and the statues close to its main entrance.

Address: Kaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki

Contact: +358 600 41902

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