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Fact and Fable Sculpture (Zachris Topelius Monument)

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Fact and Fable Sculpture (Zachris Topelius Monument)

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Fact and Fable Sculpture (Zachris Topelius Monument)

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    Location: Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

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    January 1, 2025

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    This sculpture is a memorial to Zachris Topelius, one of the most significant figures in Finnish literature and culture.
    "Fact and Fable" consists of two allegorical female figures: "Fact" with the flame of truth on her palm and "Fable" with the scallop-headed bird of the fable resting on her fingers. The figures look in opposite directions: "Fact" looks down the Esplanadi park, while "Fable's" gaze is directed towards the pavement in front of Pohjoisesplanadi.
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    November 4, 2019

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    A statue commemorating the most famous Finnish children author.

    November 4, 2019

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    A perfect meeting place, or just stop by the bench and have an ice cream.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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