16 Must-Buy Finnish Products from Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland

Shopping in Helsinki for an extraordinary range of tasteful and distinctive products is made simple and easy with the creation of a design district in the heart of the city which has many department stores, shopping centers, and boutique shops bunched together. The Finnish capital is a good city for walking around, browsing and shopping with most stores staying open during weekdays until 8 p.m. and until 6 p.m. on Saturdays. Consider getting yourself a Helsinki City Card which can get you some discounts at various stores beside providing unlimited urban transportation and admission to major tourist sights. Here’s a rundown of 16 items that will provide a great and lasting memory of Finland.

Marimekko fabrics are internationally famed for their wildly inventive patterns and exuberant designs. They’ve made such an imprint throughout the world that their products can be quickly recognized and, sometimes, as quite a compliment, said to be their work while it really is the work of their competitors.

Marimekko’s wall hangings come in different sizes. They can be as much as eight feet wide and five feet high, thus occupying a good part of a wall. Smaller wall hangings can brighten a kitchen nook, while some wall hangings are specially made for children’s bed and playrooms. As with ryijas, they make excellent gifts. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).