We put our clocks forward an hour last night. Sunrise was at 3.54 this morning and sunset tonight is an amazing 10.50 pm and then there’s the twilight, will probably still be light when sunrise happens tomorrow!

My Helsinki tour by road and rail had been cancelled so opted for a city tour instead. We had a drive around first and then a short stop at Senate Square and the Cathedral. We then had more sightseeing before parking and then walked several blocks to the Temppeliaukio Church. This is a circular church built into the rocky hillside, so it has amazing granite walls. Managed to find a few physical munzees on the way back to the bus, which was nice.

From there we then went to the Sibelius Monument. It was the first piece of abstract art displayed in the city back in the 1960’s. Some more driving around, a quick stop at the Olympic arena which is being renovated and then back to the ship.

After lunch, back in my room realised that I hadn’t put out any munzees so I could get Finland added to my list of countries, and found a little mystery trail near the ship, so found a couple of them and left a couple of my own. Back writing blog, charging up everything that needs it and going to see if I can finish my book before dinner.

Weather was quite nice today, a few clouds around, but has been mostly sunny. It got quite warm in the bus when waiting for others to come back. Buses aren’t allowed to idle when parked, so no A/C until they are back on the road. Same thing in Germany, it’s a pollution minimising device.

Entrance to Helsinki Helsinki Cathedral Rock church  Interesting museum icon Sibelius Monument