I started this gallery with Helsinki Cathedral, the symbol of Helsinki which dominates the skyline and is visible from just about everywhere, so think I'll end it with that as well, especially since it was sparkling so beautifully in the sun that morning. This was taken from Uspenski Russian Orthodox Cathedral, another wonderful church in Helsinki. As I said in my intro, we didn't have enough time here so are planning to return either in October or next spring.

Thanks for all the comments and votes, and as always, I hope people are inspired to visit this marvelous city!

The caption means "Goodbye Helsinki" (but not forever), kindly supplied by my Finnish friend Anitta, whose lovely galleries can be found here http://www.pbase.com/anitta