Sibelius Park, Monumental Tribute to a National Music Icon
Merikannontie, 00260 Helsinki, Finland
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Introduction
Sibelius Park was established to commemorate the famous Finnish musician. There are two sculptures in the park, one resembling an organ made up of 600 steel pipes, and the other a bust of Sibelius. Sibelius began composing music at the age of 9 and continued until his death at the age of 92, creating seven symphonies such as "Finlandia". The Finnish government wanted to erect a monument to honor him after his passing, and held a public solicitation for monument proposals. Helsinki city government chose the design by Hilranen.
As the sculpture was considered avant-garde at the time, the government requested the designer to create another bust to better reflect Sibelius' contributions. Although the sculpture's creator believed the first sculpture was sufficient in expressing the musical spirit represented by Sibelius, she eventually agreed to produce a new sculpture. This bust was completed in 1967, 10 years after Sibelius' death. Every June, the Sibelius Festival is held here, featuring a week of free concerts that are not to be missed. Address Merikannontie, 00260 Helsinki, Finland
Transportation After leaving the Rock Church, walk west to the first intersection and turn north. After passing four intersections, you will arrive at the West Bays Park; or take tram lines 3, 2, 4, 4T, 7A, or 7B and get off at Töölön Halli station.
Also a municipal park
