Helsinki, the capital of Finland, sits like a diamond among the hundreds of islands scattered like emeralds that surround this stylish and historic city. Besides magnificent architecture and a culture-packed urban center, Helsinki is all about the great outdoors. Leafy forests, verdant parks, and golden beaches are there to be explored, and provide the visitor a communion with nature. And while summer is perhaps the most conducive season in which to explore, winter brings with it a charm all of its own to make Helsinki an ideal all-year travel destination. So, how about it?
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