Josafatin kalliot

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Josafatin kalliot, Rock formation and park in Alppiharju, Finland

The granite rock formations stand prominently in the landscape, featuring a small pond at the top and cherry trees along the corners.

Initially zoned for construction in 1901, local activism in the 1970s prevented development plans and secured the area as a protected park.

M.A. Numminen composed a specific song called Josafatin jenkka, which became the anthem of the park preservation movement.

The park connects with Tauno Palo Park and includes a playground, performance stage, and dedicated areas for recreational activities.

The name derives from the biblical Valley of Jehoshaphat, reflecting the 19th-century practice of giving religious names to areas north of Helsinki.

Location: Helsinki

GPS coordinates: 60.18667,24.94500

Latest update: October 30, 2025 07:20

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