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Explore The Charming Rocca al Mare District Tallinn
Sitting at the western edge of the city is the coastal Rocca al Mare district. The area’s name, meaning ‘Rock by the Sea’ in Italian, comes from a summer manor established here in 1863 by local baron Arthur Girard de Soucanton. That estate is now the site of the sprawling Estonian Open Air Museum, a…
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Ultimate Travel Guide – Charming Kadriorg Tallinn District Explore Tallinn
Kadriorg, which means “Catherine’s Valley” in Estonian, is a delightful subdistrict in the heart of Tallinn’s Kesklinn (Midtown). This area exudes elegance and history, making it a must-visit for travelers seeking a blend of culture, green spaces, and architectural beauty. A Royal Legacy Originally established as a summer residence for the Russian Tsar Peter the…
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Discover Rotermann District Tallinn – Your Eastern Europe Travel Guide
Lined by the harbor, Tallinn Old Town, and the Viru Center shopping mall, lies the Rotermann Quarter, the official center point of Tallinn. Being the meeting point of three main roads, the quarter was busy as far back as the 19th century. That’s why an entrepreneur called Christian Abraham Rotermann found the place and founded…
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Charming Narva Estonia Travel Guide- Explore 4 Amazing Tips
Narva, Estonia’s easternmost town in the Ida-Virumaa province, boasts the best-preserved castle (Hermann Fortress) overlooking a large, winding river acting as a border between Estonia and Russia. The nearby Narva-Jõesuu resort has many spas and a large sandy beach that draws in holidaymakers every summer. Narva is a melting pot of Estonian and Russian cultures…
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Tallinn Old Town 13 Must See Attractions – Your Ultimate Travel Guide
This quiet courtyard in Tallinn Old Town is a little piece of the city as it was centuries ago, when people appreciated the work of craftsmen, who put their heart and soul into everything they made. You can still see the medieval architecture and enjoy the cozy atmosphere. There are different arts and crafts workshops and…
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Discover Wonderful Tartu Estonia – Your Ultimate Travel Guide
Tartu, the capital and largest city of Tartu County is Estonia’s second-largest city after the national capital, Tallinn. The estimated population of the city was over 100,000 people in 2009. It’s known as the most important cultural and intellectual hub in Estonia, due to the renowned University of Tartu. Its nickname is “The City of…
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Explore Viljandi Estonia- A Captivating Estonian Cultural Experience
While the first records of civilization in Viljandi date back to the 5th millennium B.C., it only became formally established as a commercial center in the 12th century. Sometimes called the cultural capital of Estonia, Viljandi’s unique place, people, nature, and architecture set it apart. The heritage of the place has been kept vibrant by…