Photo Kimmo Brandt
“The World Design Capital project was not a mere love affair but started a true marriage between cities and design,” says Laura Aalto, communications manager for the two-year Design Driven City project.
This summer a tiny island destination near the sea fortress of Suomenlinna will be a new living room for Helsinki residents and visitors.
“As long as you stay active, things work well in Finland. I would, however, be happy to see more support for entrepreneurship. The system could be more flexible”, says Akram Shinouda.
The 100th anniversary of the birth of artist and writer Tove Jansson, most known as the creator of the Moomins, is celebrated throughout the year.
One of the most visible novelties of the summer season in Helsinki is the Katajanokka ferris wheel by the Market Square. It is flanked by the events café of the Allas City Spa. (Slideshow)
Helsinki’s birthday is celebrated all day 12.6. A new summer concert series starts at the Helsinki Music Centre 17.6.
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