Sibelius Monument, Helsinki Overview

Sibelius Monument is a renowned sculpture located in Sibelius Park in the Töölö district of Helsinki. It is one of Helsinki's most visited attractions. It is known for its unique design and its serene park setting. The abstract design, resembling organ pipes, aims to capture the essence of Sibelius's music. It comprises over 600 hollow steel pipes welded together in a wave-like pattern, measuring 8.5 meters high, 10.5 meters wide, and 6.5 meters deep, with a total weight of 24 tons.

Unveiled on September 7, 1967, the monument was created by Finnish artist Eila Hiltunen to honor composer Jean Sibelius (1865–1957). Despite initial controversy over its abstract form, critics were appeased by the addition of Sibelius's facial likeness beside the main sculpture. A smaller version of the monument is displayed at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris. 

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