1862
164 years ago
Opening
The first railway line of Finland between cities of Helsinki and Hämeenlinna,...
The first railway
March 17, 1862
Summary
The first railway line of Finland between cities of Helsinki and Hämeenlinna, called Päärata, is officially opened.
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The first railway line of Finland between cities of Helsinki and Hämeenlinna, called Päärata, is officially opened.
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- Date
- March 17, 1862
- Event Type
- Opening
- Years Ago
- 164
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