Helsinki's Busiest Attraction: A Century-Old Landmark with Free Admission
Famous tourist city Helsinki, as Finland's capital, is not only the largest port city in Finland but also the tourism and transportation center of Finland. Helsinki Central Station, located in the center of Helsinki, plays a vital role as the railway hub of Finland, and is also a beautiful building with a century-old history.
No matter which city, important train stations are always crowded, and Helsinki Central Station is no exception, because it is also a major station for VR (Finnish State Railways) and buses, so it appears particularly busy, day and night, with crowds of people coming and going. According to statistics, about 200,000 people take their departure and arrival here every day, which truly makes it Finland's busiest attraction.
Although not every journey passes through Central Station, there are always people who come specifically to 'check in' at Central Station to see its magnificent appearance. Unlike domestic stations, entering Helsinki Central Station does not require a ticket, you only need to buy a ticket to take the train, so you can visit the interior of this building without spending any money.
Built between 1906 and 1916, Helsinki Central Station was designed by Finnish famous architect Eliel Saarinen. As a historical building, it remains intact despite being over 100 years old. The arched entrance complements the square windows, the aged exterior walls are full of the atmosphere of the times, and the top adopts a comfortable green wave-like shape, resembling the romantic Baltic Sea, which is very stunning.
Everyone who has visited here will surely remember the four giant standing man sculptures at the station entrance. Each sculpture holds a large white light bulb. Because of the lines like latitude and longitude, there is a saying that they symbolize the Earth. Regardless of how you interpret it, these four sculptures definitely bring a huge visual impact, making people unforgettable.
Entering the station is equally charming. The huge chandeliers are luxurious and eye-catching, the spacious hall is decorated in a simple and grand style, and the platforms are wide and bright. The local government has protected this place well, and even with the daily flow of people, it is not affected by time. The orderly train station makes people feel relaxed and comfortable. If it were like this a hundred years ago, we really have to praise the architect.
Watching the people around the station with their unhurried and smiling faces, it's impossible not to admire the people living in Helsinki. This is indeed one of the most livable cities in the world and one of the happiest cities in the world.
