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Audio guide Katajanokka in English
In this audio guide, Emily Thompson takes you through Katajanokka telling the story as you walk. In your accent, no need to read signs — just let your eyes take in what's in front of you.
What you'll hear inside Katajanokka:
- 1Merikasarmi (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
The Merikasarmi complex—the name translates to 'marine barracks'—now houses Finland's Ministry for Foreign Affairs and stands as one of Katajanokka's most significant architectural landmarks.
- 2Stora Enso Headquarters (Alvar Aalto)
Alvar Aalto's Stora Enso headquarters, completed in 1962 on Katajanokka, is instantly recognisable by its striking white monolithic form – locals call it 'Sokeripala' (sugar cube).
- 3Katajanokka Wharf
Katajanokan Laituri is the first new building on Katajanokka's historic industrial waterfront, completed in 2024 as the headquarters of Stora Enso and the Pier 4 hotel.
- 4Wanha Satama (centro de conferencias)
Wanha Satama, meaning "old harbour" in Finnish, is an exhibition and conference centre located in Helsinki's Katajanokka district, close to the waterfront and the Viking Line terminal.
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Practical information
- 1.Merikasarmi (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
- 2.Stora Enso Headquarters (Alvar Aalto)
- 3.Katajanokka Wharf
- 4.Wanha Satama (centro de conferencias)
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