1. Helsinki Central Station - Data, Photos & Plans ...
2. Helsinki Central Station - Wikipedia
The station is mostly clad in Finnish granite, and its distinguishing features are its clock tower and the two pairs of statues holding the spherical lamps, lit at night-time, on either side of the main entrance. Animated characters based on the statues have recently been featured in some major advertising campaigns by Finlands government-owned railway operator VR, to the extent of releasing rapsingles allegedly sung by Kiv
3. Iconic Helsinki Railway Statues Adorned With Kiss Masks ...
4.5.2017 · As a promotion for tonights (Thursday, May 4) KISS concert in Helsinki, Finland, the towering, iconic four granite statues at the entrance of the citys Central railway station have been adorned ...
4. Helsinki Central Railway Station, Finland
Helsinki Central Railway Station, Finland, designed by Eliel Saarinen (1873-1950). 1911-14.Finnish granite exterior, with reinforced concrete interior vaults. Photograph, caption, and commentary by Jacqueline Banerjee. You may use this image without prior permission for any scholarly or educational purpose as long as you (1) credit the photographer and (2) link your document to this URL in a ...
5. The Men from the Future (Helsinki Central station, Finland ...
12.10.2016 · A secondary station entrance on the west side of the station has a similar arched window above the doorways, but this time it is flanked by two curved towers instead of statues. The 48.5m tall clock tower, with its stepped top, also embedded itself in the architectural consciousness as a feature that would be repeated at other inter-war railway terminals built in the years following Helsinki ...
6. Central Railway Station · Finnish Architecture Navigator
Central Railway Station. In 1904, Eliel Saarinen won the architectural competition to design Helsinkis central railway station. Saarinens national-romantic entry caused a huge emotional uproar among Finnish architects. Some of Saarinen colleagues considered his proposal backward-looking and insisted that as the railway station symbolised ...
7. Helsinki Central railway station - VR
The largest railway station in Finland, also known as Steissi, is located in the heart of Helsinki city centre. The station is known for its clock tower and the Stone Men statues.
8. THE 10 BEST Helsinki Monuments & Statues (with Photos ...
9. The Iconic Statues of Helsinki Railway Station Look Now ...
28.4.2017 · T he front of the Helsinki Railway Station is swarming with people on the misty Friday morning. Most faces are glued to their smartphones. Others walk with tunnel vision with one goal only: to make it to the bus and work. I pull out my camera and start shooting.
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11. Central Railway Station | City of Helsinki
Escalators connect the station to the renowned Kompassitaso (Compass floor). Guide map to the Central Railway Stations metro station and its surroundings. Opens a new window. (PDF) Street address of the station. Asema-aukio, Kaivokatu 1a, 00100 Helsinki. SHARE.
12. Dressed to kill: Iconic Helsinki Railway statues adorned ...
28.4.2017 · The huge, lamp-holding statues at the entrance of Helsinki Central railway station are now wearing Kiss face masks which were painted by four local fans. As a promotion for US rock band Kiss concert in Helsinki next week, the towering, iconic four granite statues at the entrance of the Central railway station have been adorned with the groups face-painted masks.
13. Art Deco Buildings: Central Railway Station, Helsinki
3.3.2008 · Helsinki Railway Station is where I get myself into trouble. Many people will argue that it is not an Art Deco building. I have seen it described as late Finnish Art Nouveau. I dont really care, I think it has some deco elements but what is more important, I like it.
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These are two of four massive granite statues flanking the entrance of Helsinki Central Railway Station. The Stone Men hold spherical lanterns that are lit at night. They are the work of a Finnish sculptor named Emil Wikström. He was a prolific and influential sculptor of monuments throughout Finland during the first half of the
15. Helsinki Central Railway Station Arch Journey
Helsinki Central Railway Station is the main station for commuter rail and long-distance trains departing from Helsinki, Finland and serves over 400,000 people per day. The station is mostly clad in Finnish granite, and its distinguishing features are its clock tower and the two pairs of statues holding the spherical lamps on either side of the main entrance.
16. Helsinki Central Train Station | Finland Railways
The station boasts a spectacular exterior and was named one of the most beautiful train stations in the world in 2013. The calling card of the Helsinki railway station is its grand clock tower and two pairs of beautiful statues, guarding the main entrance. The station is featured with modern amenities and a presidential waiting lounge ...
17. Helsinki Railway Station Photos and Premium High Res ...
finland, helsinki, part of facade of central railway station with statues - helsinki railway station stock pictures, royalty-free photos & images. Architectural sculpture by Emil Wikstrom on the facade of the Central Railway Station in Helsinki, Finland.
18. 11 Monuments and Statues in Helsinki: Map, Photos, + Reviews
Monument. Mannerheim Statue , Helsinki. 3.5. Equestrian statue of Marshal Mannerheim is a bronze statue by Aimo Tukiainen in centre of Helsinki, Finland, erected 1960 as a monument to Ma. Tours from $52. ©. Monument. Tsarinas Stone , Helsinki. 3.2.
19. Sculptures of Helsinki Our Shadows Will Remain
19.5.2017 · Sculpture of Helsinki #21 ROAR27 is the latest work by Jussi TwoSeven and can be found on the platform of Kamppi Metro Station. The exhibit space is operated by HAM Helsinki and features different artist depending on the current theme of the museum. Having art in public spaces is an excellent way to expand peoples horizons, Continue reading.
20. 1,022 Helsinki Railway Station Photos - Free & Royalty ...
Helsinki Railway Station Finland. Helsinki Central railway station is a widely recognised landmark in Kluuvi, part of central Helsinki, Finland, and the focal. Stone statues at the Helsinki Railway Station wearing Kiss masks on May Day 2017. HELSINKI, FINLAND - 1 May 2017: Iconic stone men statues by
