Viapori Suomenlinna in Finland

Suomenlinna spread over a number of islands just outside the capital Helsinki is one of the most famous and important in Finland, Suomenlinna, a mighty fortress, from Sweden to the early 19th century, Finland was part of the Crimean War Sweden. The built the first modern war history.In static since 1855 broadened to days.more shooting war in northeastern Europe and a number of British ships to the fortress-like three French20 000 shots were fired from 1000 to ordnances.The Suomenlinna islands suffered terribly, and more than half of its buildings and military complexes were next destroyed.During Finnish War of Independence, a prison in one of islands.After centuries of foreign domination , political unrest was built in her neighbor brought Finland its long-awaited independence.A tomb in the courtyard of the main complex is a memory of the architect, has created considerableFortress of Suomenlinna fortress August Ehrensv.The building now one of the most visited monuments in the treasures region.Global Helsinki - the story more secure Monuments - Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live today, and what to generations.Our the future cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration.Places as unique and diverse as the wilds of East Africa the Serengeti, the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reefin ...



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