Sibelius Monument

Sibelius Monument

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Sibelius Monument

In Sibelius Park, you'll find a striking tribute to Finland’s most celebrated composer, Jean Sibelius. Designed by Eila Hiltunen and unveiled in 1967, the monument features over 600 hollow steel pipes welded together in a wave-like pattern, aiming to capture the essence of Sibelius's music.

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addressSibelius Park, Mechelininkatu, Helsinki
openingHoursOpen 24 hours
phone+358 9 31087001
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