The most stricking feature in Helsinki is the different architectural styles. Neoclassic, Art Nouveau and National Romantic. The oldest area with a fine example of architecture is Senate Square. Sightseeing should also include Temppeliakio Church, the Sibelius Monument and Market Square. Stockholm was the culturalo capital of Europe in 1998 and is without doubt one of the worlds most beautiful cities.
Magnificent buildings give way to verdent oasis, water and bridges.
It has a flourishing night life and a wealth of cultural attractions. It houses more than 70 museums with the world famous being Vasa Museum. Other places of interest include the City Hall with its gilded and blue halls, the Royal Palace and Frottningholm Palace, the royal residence. With varied and colourful past, lively Oslo offers the tourist a host of attractions including the Viking Ship Museum, Vigeland Sculpture Park, Kon-Tiki Raft and Polar vessel 'Fram'. Art lovers will enjoy the Munch museum and National Gallery.