Kruununhaka
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| Subdivisions of Helsinki | |||
| Subdivision number | 01 | ||
| District | Southern | ||
| Area | 0.57 km² | ||
| Population data | |||
| - Population | 6,763 (2003) | ||
| - Pop. density | 11,860 /km² | ||
| Postal codes | 00170 | ||
| Subdivision regions | none | ||
| Neighbouring subdivisions | Kluuvi Katajanokka Kaartinkaupunki Kallio Siltasaari Sörnäinen | ||
Kruununhaka (Swedish: Kronohagen) is a neighbourhood of Helsinki, the capital of Finland.
Kruununhaka became the area next to the harbour and the center, when Helsinki was moved from the earlier location in the mid-1660s. From the very beginning, the residents included city and state officials.
Many buildings of the University of Helsinki are also situated in Kruununhaka. The area has become known for its funky vintage shops.
Famous people
- Kirka Babitzin, singer
- Harri Holkeri, politician
- Magnus Lindberg, composer
- Johannes Virolainen, politician
- Bror-Erik Wallenius, sports commentator
Gallery
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Presidential palace
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Pohjoisranta waterfront in Kruununhaka, as seen from nearby Katajanokka
External links
Media related to Kruununhaka at Wikimedia Commons
Coordinates: 60°10′20″N 024°57′23″E / 60.17222°N 24.95639°E
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