Tallinn's Old Town
Tallinn's Old Town is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the world. Its origins date back to the 13th century when the crusading knights of the Teutonic Order built a castle. Soon after, it became a major hub of the Hanseatic League, and its wealth is demonstrated by the opulence of the public buildings, such as the churches and merchant houses, which have survived to a remarkable degree despite the ravages of fire and war in the intervening centuries.
Tallinn received Lübeck city rights in 1248; however, the earliest evidence of human settlement in the area dates back nearly 5,000 years. The medieval indigenous population of what is now Tallinn and north Estonia was one of the last "pagan" civilisations in Europe to adopt Christianity following the Papal-sanctioned Northern Crusades in the 13th century. The first recorded claim over the place was laid by Denmark after a successful raid in 1219 led by King Valdemar II, followed by a period of alternating Scandinavian and Teutonic rulers. Due to the strategic location by the sea, its medieval port became a significant trade hub, especially in the 14–16th centuries, when Tallinn grew in importance as the northernmost member city of the Hanseatic League.Tallinn Old Town is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
FOODS
1-Kiluvõileib – sprat sandwich
Despite its lack of beauty, kiluvõileib is amazingly delicious. Sometimes, it’s served with a boiled egg; sometimes, the fish and egg are mixed together to form a spread. Estonians take their sprat sandwiches seriously, serving them on all special occasions, from weddings and funerals to birthdays and New Year’s Eve.
2-Kohuke – curd snack
Kohuke is freshly pressed sweet curd (kohupiim in Estonian) covered in chocolate. While plain curd covered in chocolate is a classic, they come in a variety of flavors, such as strawberry, caramel, coconut, lemon, and more. They're available in grocery stores and make for a tasty treat while you're on the go.
3-Vastlakukkel
If you come to Estonia in February, you’re in luck because you’ll get to try these delicious cream buns. Traditionally, they are served for Shrove Tuesday, which marks the beginning of the Catholic Lent. But even if you’re not there for Shrove Tuesday, you should find them in February and March in bakeries all over the country.
Vastlakukkel consist of a sweet bun filled with cream. You can find variations all over the country, especially if you go to more fancy bakeries or cafes.
PLACES
1-Tallinn Town Hall
Raekoja plats is a town square beside Tallinn Town Hall in the center of the Tallinn Old Town in Tallinn, Estonia. It is a venue for numerous small festivals or concerts like Tallinn Old Town Days, and several bars and restaurants are located in the near vicinity.
2-Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral of Tallinn is an Eastern Orthodox cathedral in central Tallinn, Estonia. It was built in 1894–1900, when the country was part of the former Russian Empire. The cathedral is the city's largest cupola church.
3-St Olaf's Church
St. Olaf’s Church or St. Olav's Church in Tallinn, Estonia, is believed to have been built in the 12th century and to have been the centre for old Tallinn's Scandinavian community before the Kingdom of Denmark conquered Tallinn in 1219. Its dedication relates to King Olaf II of Norway.
4-Kadriorg Park
Kadriorg Park is a park in Kadriorg, Tallinn, Estonia. Its area is about 70 ha. The park history started in 1718, when Peter the Great ordered to re-designate his areas at Fonnenthal Summer Manor. The park's most notable water body is Swan Pond.
5-Freedom Square
Freedom Square is a plaza on the southern end of the Old Town in Tallinn, Estonia, where state functions and various concerts take place. It is bounded on the east by St. John's Church , on the south by Kaarli Boulevard and an underground shopping center , and on the west by a Victory Column commemorating the Estonian War of Independence 1918–1920.
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