A Snippet - unusual scene in Helsinki

Rug washing !!! This is apparently an old tradition and takes place in Helsinki. People carry their rugs down to wash them in the sea and scrubbing tables, drying racks and wringers are there for their use. I could not believe I actually saw it happening. The powers that be are trying to phase out this tradition due to pollution.  Sad but understandable and steam cleaners could soon be very busy.