Yesterday I trotted off on a ferry to the historical maritime fortress, Suomenlinna, about a 15 min trip from Helsinki. Protected as a UNESCO Worl Heritage site, Suomenlinna has been owned by the Russians, Swedes & now the Finns as it holds a strategic position in the Baltic Sea. You can only get about on the island by foot if you're a visitor, which is kind of nice as you walk over cobblestoned streets & small winding paths along the coast. I went on a Monday when the Finns are at work, so it's a bit quieter.
You need at least 2 hours to explore the island - I was there for about 3 hours. The island has a cafes scattered about , a few museums, & lots of old war fortressy relics hanging around everywhere. It's fun cause you get to explore all the nooks & crannies just like a big kid - come to think of it, I was the only adult doing that. Sitting on the cliff face looking out over the sea was incredibly calming & peaceful, & it was a great day for relaxing in the sun.
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