Equestrian statue of Marshal Mannerheim, Bronze equestrian memorial in Kluuvi, Finland
The statue depicts Marshal Mannerheim mounted on horseback, rising 11.7 meters high on a red granite pedestal at Mannerheiminaukio square in Helsinki.
Created through a national design competition in 1952, sculptor Aimo Tukiainen completed this monument in 1960 to honor Finland's military leader and president.
The memorial stands as a representation of Finnish military leadership, commemorating Marshal Mannerheim's role during Finland's independence and World War II.
Visitors can access the monument at any time, with the statue positioned near several public transportation stops and the Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma.
The pedestal contains a time capsule with microfilms listing names of all citizens who contributed funds to build this memorial.
Location: Helsinki
Inception: 1960
Creator: Aimo Tukiainen, Oskari Jauhiainen, Heikki Häiväoja, Kain Tapper, Osmo Sipari
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Made from material: bronze, granite
Website: https://hamhelsinki.fi/sculpture/marsalkka-mannerheimin-ratsastajapatsas-aimo-tukiainen
GPS coordinates: 60.17155,24.93640
Latest update: May 11, 2025 06:37
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