Helsinki is the capital of Finland. It’s a charming seaside city with a population of 675,000. Located on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, Helsinki is a place where urban culture meets coastal nature. Helsinki is the administrative centre of the country: it’s where the Parliament of Finland convenes and where the ministries are located. Helsinki is also an important business hub.
Sports have a strong position in the city. Helsinki is home to many active sports clubs, and the facility network is versatile and extensive. It includes, for example, swimming facilities, indoor ice rinks, cross-country skiing routes, and multiple indoor and outdoor facilities originally built for the Olympic Games in Helsinki in 1952.
The easy-going Nordic lifestyle and friendly locals make it easy to fall in love with this northern city – the capital of the happiest country in the world.
