Kotka From Above
An aerial view of Kotka, a prominent industrial and port city along the Gulf of Finland. The harbour is filled with rows of buildings and storage areas, supporting the bustling timber and shipping industries that were the backbone of the local economy. Across the water, factory chimneys dot the skyline, highlighting the industrial activity that defined Kotka during this period. This vantage point reveals a town built around its port, with transport links essential for the export of timber and other goods to wider markets.
Founded in 1879, Kotka quickly developed into an important port and industrial center due to its strategic position by the Gulf of Finland and the mouth of the Kymi River.
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Original photo courtesy of the Finnish Heritage Agency
Photographer: Unknown
Year: Unknown
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