Finland’s capital was founded in 1550. After being under Swedish and Russian control, the Finns gained independence in 1917. Boosted by hosting the 1952 Summer Olympics, Finland joined the EU in 1995 and was a European City of Culture in 2000.
Helsinki has 103 mobile phones per 100 inhabitants. Temperatures range from 18.9°C in summer to minus 7.9°C in winter.
A relaxed coastal city, Helsinki offers many sightseeing tours, excursions and activities, as well as being a major cruise destination and congress venue. Further information at www.hel.fi and www.helsinki.fi
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