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Review:
The Sibelius Monument is an impressive and controversial sculpture dedicated to the memory of the Finnish composer Jean Sibelius (1865 – 1957) and is a must-see attraction for all art lovers. The design (a wave-like compilation representing music) came about as the result of a competition won by sculptor Eila Hiltunen and took more than four years to complete. When you stand before the enormous stainless steel construction (10.5m x 8.5m x 6.5m), which was far ahead of its time back in 1961, it is easy to understand why the installation caused great controversy between conformists and modernists. Today, the monument is a source of national pride and visitors come from near and far to admire the silvery pipes as they reflect the changing seasons and sigh in the gentle sea breeze.
Sibelius Monument, Mechelininkatu, 00250 Helsinki, Finland, Phone: + 35-89-31-08-70-41
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