“The Silent People” Guard Finland’s Secret!

This eerie Google Street View snapshot shows a thousand scarecrows known as “The Silent People” standing watch in a Finnish field. Crafted by artist Reijo Kela, this peculiar gathering appears ready to spring into a zombie invasion. These mannequins are part of a captivating art installation also nestled in Suomussalmi, Finland.

Since their debut in 1994, these enigmatic figures have remained frozen in the field, evoking curiosity and wonder. This unconventional artwork invites viewers to contemplate the line between the ordinary and the extraordinary, raising intriguing questions about art, life, and the eeriness that lies in the silence of the crowd.