Greetings!
Today, we left our converted prison hotel, and our local guide (Sofia) took us on a tour of Helsinki. We boarded a tram out in front of our hotel, and rode it to various spots in the Central City. Along the way, she pointed out architectural highlights, historically-important influences, and contributions from commercial and political leaders.
One particularly spectacular building was the
Oodi Helsinki Central Library. With space for almost everything the residents of a city could need, we marveled at the many opportunities to learn not usually associated with a library which seemed available inside. A wide array of equipment and useful tools for craft, music, business development, and personal growth can be accessed.
Taking advantage of a free afternoon, a small group of us decided to take the ferry boat to the Helsinki sea fortress
(Suomenlinna). The weather and wind were beginning to test our layered clothing, and we viewed the harbor's sites from the warmth of the cabin.
Paulius invited us to have dinner together at the hotel at 6pm, and the conversation in the quiet dining room coverted lots of countries we visited and experiences we have had. As usual, our bucket list continues to get longer and better planned.
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