Vartiokylä dumping ground, Former waste disposal site turned into park in Vartiokylä, Finland.
The Vartiokylä site spans across an area that underwent transformation from a gravel extraction location to a municipal waste management facility.
From 1954 to 1962, this location served as Helsinki's primary dumping ground for household waste, industrial materials, and various other disposed items.
The site represents the evolution of urban waste management practices in Helsinki, reflecting the city's approach to environmental challenges through different periods.
Visitors can reach the park using public transportation, with several bus routes stopping near the designated recreational areas and walking paths.
The park features a constructed cone structure that contains contaminated soil from its previous use, demonstrating innovative environmental remediation techniques.
Location: Helsinki
GPS coordinates: 60.21890,25.07170
Latest update: April 7, 2025 07:07
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