Enjoy the historic Baltic cruise Helsinki

 

If you are looking for a holiday with a difference, why not see what the Baltic cruises have to offer?

A sea in northern Europe does not seem an obvious destination for a break, but thousands of passengers enjoy a round trip on a luxury cruise each year.

Landscapes and beautiful views, ports of call cruise the Baltic allows you to visit some of the most famous cities in the historic district, including St. Petersburg, Copenhagen, Tallinn and Stockholm.

One of the highlights of your cruise vacation in this region certainly explore the Finnish capital Helsinki, which has a mix of Russian influenced architecture and modern attractions.

Helsinki was founded in the 16th century in what is now the country of Finland was under Swedish control. It’s really started to flourish after Russia annexed the Grand Duchy of Finland in 1809 and, after realizing the strategic situation and its potential as a commercial port, the emperor became the capital.

A number of magnificent buildings in Helsinki under the Russian government and some are now major tourist attractions.

The most famous is the cathedral of Helsinki, which offers a white facade and green-domed complex, which makes it one of the most renowned cities. It was built as a tribute to Tsar Nicolas I, but is now used as a Lutheran church.

This is an impressive structure to see, while spending several hours of passage of the center of Helsinki. National Museum, the Opera and the Olympic stadium in all worth seeing, but other churches that the city may be the most memorable of your visit.

Temppeliaukio Rock Church condemned the rock in 1960 and now one of the most inspiring places of worship in Europe. A roof-shaped glass dome allows natural light to illuminate the people and the organ bank surrounded by spectacular cliffs.

To enjoy the rest of the Helsinki to take to the water, and the city is in a group of islands. A boat trip takes you through some of the most interesting and beautiful, where beautiful beaches and beach sauna sitting next to historic towns and forts.

Travel around the city center and boat around the island, you can enjoy the many attractions of Helsinki, before returning to the boat for an evening of good food and entertainment.

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