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The Stone of the Empress (Obelisk at Market Square)

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The Stone of the Empress (Obelisk at Market Square)

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The Stone of the Empress (Obelisk at Market Square)

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

    Intermediate

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

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    March 12, 2025

    A small landmark in the old market square. It marks the spot where the Tsar and Tsarist couple first set foot on Finnish soil in 1833.
    Otherwise, the view of Helsinki's two churches and the market hall is good from this spot.
    I find the market itself more interesting and recommendable. In winter, it's very well-organized, with about 10 stalls, and a bit larger on weekends. Otherwise, according to one vendor, the market is huge in summer and worth a visit.

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      March 19, 2025

      The monument was erected in the Market Square to commemorate the first visit of Empress Alexandra (the German-born wife of Nicholas I) to Helsinki.

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        Location: Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

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