Sunday turned out to be a perfect autumn day in Helsinki. It was cool, but the sun was shining and the sky was blue.
I began my day in the lovely park beside the Vanha Kirkko, old church.
The rooftop at Stockmann. They say if you can’t get it at Stockmann you don’t need it.
The park in Esplanadi never disappoints.
Havis Amanda smiling as usual.
I took the ferry to Suomenlinna, the old military island in the harbour. These days it is a lovely green space where people love to walk and have lunch at one of the many pretty cafes and restaurants.
The old bunkers are a reminder of the island’s military past.
Back at the harbour the two headed eagle stands tall.
…and the flame on top of the Russian church shines in the sun.
Time for lunch at El Fant.
Tuomiokirkko is a must see on any visit to Helsinki.
The hanging baskets are still doing well.
The new library is a great place to spend some time.
There is an outdoor terrace which won’t be in use much longer…until next spring.
The harbour in the late afternoon.
See you in November Helsinki, maybe there will be snow.
