Thursday, June 21, 2012

The new shortcut to the center


Right in time for Helsinki’s 200th anniversary as capital of Finland the new cycling and walking street Baana was opened. It is a shortcut from Ruoholahti to the Main Station in the heart of the center. With a lot of construction work an old ditch could be turned into a way that allows cyclists and pedestrians to get to the center without being bothered by cars.


And the city did its best to make the new connection attractive for people. Along the way you can find sports facilities for skating, table tennis and basketball and you can also always stop at one of the many benches.


Baana is 1,6 km long and makes cycling and walking to and from the center a lot easier, more comfortable and more save.

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