Eira
Eira
Eira | |
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Position of Eira within Helsinki | |
| Country | Finland |
| Region | Uusimaa |
| Sub-region | Greater Helsinki |
| Municipality | Helsinki |
| District | Southern |
| Subdivision regions | none |
Area | 0.19 km2 (0.073 sq mi) |
| Population (2004) | 1,046 |
| • Density | 6,153/km2 (15,940/sq mi) |
| Postal codes | 00150 |
| Subdivision number | 06 |
| Neighbouring subdivisions | Länsisatama Punavuori Ullanlinna |
Eira is a borough in Helsinki, the capital of Finland. Eira is located south from the city centre. The neighbourhood has some of the most expensive and sought-after old apartments in Helsinki, built in jugend style. Many foreign embassies and high-class restaurants are situated in Eira and the neighbouring district of Ullanlinna and Kaivopuisto.