Helsinki to Saint Petersburg: A Journey Through a Fading Border

I found these videos in my archives from a trip back in 2023. At that time, the war was already in full swing, and innocent Ukrainians 🇺🇦 were losing their lives. Despite the tragic reality, the border between Finland 🇫🇮 and Russia 🇷🇺was still partially open. I didn’t travel to Saint Petersburg for pleasure; I went strictly for personal business. If it weren't for those urgent matters, I would have much preferred to spend that time in my beloved Helsinki 🇫🇮. I’ve decided to share these sketches of Helsinki 🇫🇮—a city I truly love 💙🤍—and my brief journey to Saint Petersburg 🇷🇺. It’s a record of a specific moment in time. Please share in the comments: Have you ever visited Helsinki or Saint Petersburg? What are your impressions of these places? Thank you for watching. 🤗 #helsinki #saintpetersburg #traveltorussia #bordercrossing