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Mannerheim Museum

Finnish Marshall Carl Gustav Emil Mannerheim lived in this villa 1924—51. The museum contains his personal home and a vast array of items he acquired during his life and on his long journeys.

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Address: Kalliolinnantie 14
Getting there: Trams 1A and 2
Hours: Fri-Sun 11:00-16:00
Price: €8
Website: mannerheim-museo.fi (opens in a new tab)

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