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Just a short tram ride (No.4) from Helsinki’s center lies Tarvaspää, the enchanting studio home of Finland’s national painter, Akseli Gallen-Kallela. Blending art, nature, and architecture, this castle-like retreat overlooks Laajalahti Bay and offers a window into the artist’s creative world. Originally inspired by European studios and Finnish national romanticism, Tarvaspää stands as a total work of art—every beam, stone, and textile shaped by Gallen-Kallela’s hand. Once a family home, today it’s the Gallen-Kallela Museum, surrounded by nature trails and a charming café in the old Villa Linudd. A perfect day trip for culture lovers exploring Helsinki’s hidden treasures.

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