LOCATION
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Helsinki Heart Stone lies at the geographical centre of Helsinki, Finland (60° 12' 49.47" N 25° 01' 27.30" E)
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It may be reached by public transport, but part of the journey must be made on foot because it is set in the middle of the forest.
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Metro: Herttoniemi or Siilitie
Bus: 79, 81, 550
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Google Maps: Helsinki Heart Stone
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TRADITION
Helsinki Heart Stone is also known as the Hope Stone. It is a traditional site where prayers are offered to spare the life of a loved one living in the shadow of death.
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IN LIFE
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Prayers are written out, burned at the site and the ashes mixed into white paint which is then applied to the Stone.
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IN DEATH
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Anyone may also ask for a spoonful of their cremated remains to be painted onto the Stone. They then help carry the prayers to the Land of the Dead.
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The Stone may be freely used in the manner described above.
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It is held by all in common.
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Please meet it with due respect, and take all your litter home.
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