Helsinki

Helsinki

I decided not to do a tour in Helsinki and to explore on my own.  Helsinki was magnificent!  There was a free shuttle from the ship that drops you near the city center and from there most of the sights are within walking distance.  I really did not know quite where I was going but, I just followed the locals and ended up at market square.  There was a street market going on and I spent a few hours walking through the aisles of fresh fruits and vegetables and hand made goods.  It was a good opportunity to talk to some locals.  A popular item were reindeer furs and goods made of antlers.  From the market, I visited a few churches and ended up taking a river cruise of the surrounding islands.  I had a fresh apple pastry at the market on my way back to the ship and it was the best pastry I have ever had!!  I have a feeling I missed quite a bit of the sites in Helsinki but, had a great time just taking it easy and enjoying the atmosphere of the city.        


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