Finland - Fortress of Suomenlinna

"Built in the second half of the 18th century by Sweden on a group of islands located at the entrance of Helsinki's harbour, this fortress is an especially interesting example of European military architecture of the time." 

 Source: UNESCO World Heritage

Postcard 1
Nice panaromic postcard view of Suomenlinna - Seafotress of Helsinki. Nice stamaps use with special cancellation. Thanks to both Jean-Pierre of France and Bruce of South Africa for mailing me this cool postcard. I also received a booklet of Finland UNESCO World Heritage sent by Jean-Pierre - merci beaucoup.





Postcard 2
A panaromic view of the Soumenlinna Fortress. Thanks to Keti of Slovenia who was visiting Finland.





Postcard 3
An nice aerial postcard view of Soumenlinna with a matching stamp only sold there. Thanks so much to Anu of Finland.



2 comments:

  1. UnknownNovember 24, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    This is one of the most beautiful places of Helsinki, especially during the summer.
    -Tarja

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  2. UnknownJuly 20, 2010 at 5:04 AM

    Absolutely one of the places you have to check out if in Helsinki. Nice place and full of history - but still having people living their every day life in the islands. There used to be one small grocery store there, but that's gone, I think. Couple of restaurants - one brewing it's own ale. Elementary school for 60-70 pupils going on. One church - popular for weddings. Just amazing place! Only 15-20 minutes away from the Helsinki city centre. Nice card and great stamp!
    - Zeppo aka spelkone

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