J.K. Paasikivi monument / East and West, Memorial sculpture in Kamppi, Finland
The East and West monument features two black diorite stones measuring 5.5 meters in height, standing on a three-step pedestal at Paasikivi Square.
The monument commemorates President Juho Kusti Paasikivi, who led Finland from 1946 to 1956 and shaped the nation's post-war foreign policy with the Soviet Union.
The pedestal bears an inscription in Finnish and Swedish stating 'The start of all wisdom is acknowledging the facts,' a principle that guided Paasikivi's leadership.
Located along Mannerheimintie in front of the Supplier House, the monument offers wheelchair access and stands near public transportation connections in central Helsinki.
The two stone slabs, weighing 40 tonnes, received the nickname 'Juho Kusti and Alli' from locals who noticed their resemblance to President Paasikivi and his wife.
Location: Helsinki
Inception: 1980
Creator: Harry Kivijärvi
Height: 5.5 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Made from material: diorite
Website: https://hamhelsinki.fi/sculpture/ita-ja-lansi-j-k-paasikiven-muistomerkki-harry-kivijarvi
GPS coordinates: 60.17088,24.93585
Latest update: March 25, 2025 16:28
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