fortress of suomenlinna
states: [finland]
category: cultural
year: 1991
location: Helsinki Harbour, Region of Uusimaa, Province of Southern Finland
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 60.1472200000, 24.9872200000
last visited: 2010
unesco id: 583
world heritage site: 583
The Fortress of Suomenlinna, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Finland, is an impressive 18th-century sea fortress built across several islands. Constructed by the Swedish crown in 1748 to protect against Russian expansion, it features robust stone walls, bastions, and a strategic layout reflecting military architecture of the time. Today, it stands as a well-preserved historical monument, attracting visitors with its rich history, scenic views, and cultural significance.
