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| Country | Finland |
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| Population | 625.268 (2015) |
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Helsinki is the capital of Finland. Founded in 1550, the "Daughter of the Baltic" has been the Finnish capital since 1812, when it was rebuilt by the tsars of Russia along the lines of miniature St. Petersburg, a role it played in many Cold War film. Today, Helsinki pulls off the trick of being something of an international metropolis while still retaining a small-town feel. The best time to visit is in summer, when Finns take off their coats and flock to outdoor bars and cafes to enjoy the sunshine.
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