A Long weekend in Tallinn, Estonia
- Sandeepa
- May 6, 2021
- 2 min read
Tallinn is the capital of Estonia located on the Baltic Sea
It is the country’s cultural hub. It retains its walled, cobblestoned Old Town, home to cafes and shops, as well as Kiek in de Kök, a 15th-century defensive tower.
Although Tallinn is not a sought-after European destination, it is definitely worth vesting and spending a long weekend there.
Check out this video to have a glimpse of how colorful Tallinn is.
Things to do and why to visit Tallinn
1. Tallinn Old Town
Tallinn's Old Town is a picturesque, quaint setting to explore for a day of walking, history and eating. This has been registered in the UNESCO World heritage list since 1997.'
2. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
This is a Russian orthodox cathedral in the Tallinn Old Town, Estonia. It was built to a design by Mikhail Preobrazhensky in a typical Russian Revival style between 1894 and 1900, during the period when the country was part of the Russian Empire. The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is Tallinn's largest and grandest orthodox cupola cathedral. It is dedicated to Saint Alexander Nevsky who in 1242 won the Battle of the Ice on Lake Peipus, in the territorial waters of present-day Estonia.
3. Toompea
Toompea is a limestone hill in the central part of the city of Tallinn and offers absolutely stunning view of the city of Tallinn.
4. Kadriorg Park This is a park in Kadriorg, Tallinn, Estonia. The park's most notable water body is Swan Pond. The park's newest part is Japanese Garden, which first stage was ended in 2011. This is quote a big park so take your time to explore around- give at least 2 to 3 hours and carry a water bottle, as you wont be able to but it inside. The Japanese garden is very beautiful.
Check out the below video :)
5.Tallinn Town Wall Tallinn Town Wall is one of the best-preserved medieval fortifications in Europe, which will take you back to the Middle Ages. 20 towers and 1.9 kilometers long, the original wall is still standing, surrounding Tallinn Old Town and creating a wonderful fairytale atmosphere. Take your to stroll around and enjoy the amazing views. Don't forget to click some pics :)
6. Maarjamäe Kommunismiohvrite Memoriaal This is a memorial in Tallinn, Estonia. The memorial is located on Pirita Road between the Lasnamäe Plateau and Tallinn Bay. The memorial is dedicated to those who had fallen when defending the Soviet Union. Do not miss the sunset there- it is absolutely gorgeous.
You can buy their local transport card at the airport and use that, if you are staying far way from the old Town.
If you chose to stay near the old town, you can reach all these places on foot.
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