Eira
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Eira is a neighborhood in Helsinki, the capital of Finland.
History
The district dates back to the early 20th century and received its name after
Scandinavian goddess
of healing.
Eira is located south from the city centre. The neighbourhood has some of the most expensive and sought-after old apartments in Helsinki, built in
embassies and high-class restaurants are situated in Eira and the neighbouring district of Kaivopuisto
.
Eira also appears in the movie Calamari Union directed by Aki Kaurismäki. In the movie the area of Eira symbolizes wealth and well-being, which the characters are trying to achieve by moving from Kallio to Eira.[2]
Notable residents
- Jussi Halla-aho (born 1971), Finnish politician[3]
References
- ^ "HELSINKI ALUEITTAIN" (PDF). www.hel.fi. p. 38. Retrieved 10 April 2024.
- ISBN 978-0-231-85041-4. Retrieved 10 April 2024.
- ^ Mäkinen, Esa (26 April 2011). "What does Jussi Halla-aho really want?". Helsingin Sanomat. Retrieved 10 April 2024.
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