23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Urban Stillness in Helsinki

A quiet street stretches through the heart of Helsinki, untouched by movement. Tall buildings frame the scene like silent guardians, while soft sunlight spills across the pavement, casting long shadows and revealing the subtle textures of stone and architecture. The emptiness speaks volumes — a rare pause in the rhythm of city life, captured in a moment of perfect stillness.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 06.2025
Date Uploaded: 10.2025
Photo Location: Helsinki, Finland
Camera: iPhone 14
Copyright: © José Vicente