The beautiful white church dominates the Helsinki skyline.
Tuomiokirkko was built between 1830 and 1852 as a tribute to Grand Duke Nicholas 1, the Tsar of Russia. It was called St Nicholas church until 1917, when Finland gained its independence.
The church was designed by Carl Engel, but not completed until after his death. He also set out Senate Square and designed several other buildings surrounding the square.
The building was later altered by Ernst Lohrmann, who added 4 small domes, 2 bell towers and zinc statues of the 12 apostles.
I think it looks best in the winter surrounded by white.
The interior is very elegant but quite stark.
Over 350,000 people visit the church every year, making it one of Helsinki most popular tourist sites.
Dominates is the word Debra…. The interior looks especially beautiful.
Some really stunning pictures, the white sky, white snow and white cathedral – beautiful!
It definitely looks best in winter…but in a photo, from a warm room.
I love Helsinki in winter, mind you I am not here for very long. The snow would become a bit tiresome after a while.