The Baltic countries offer varied ways of enjoinment when it comes to travel experience. These countries abound in rich historical sites including castles, churches, cathedrals, Old towns and many more architectural structures. As part of your Baltic Tours, we focus on Tallinn’s historic sites. We’d discuss them here a few important of them.
- Nicholas Church: St. Nicholas Church is said to have been built in the medieval age. The church is dedicated to Saint Nicholas, who was the patron of sailors and fishermen. It’s said to have been founded and built during the period 1230 to 1275 by Westphalia merchants. These merchants came from Gotland in the 13th century.
- Dominican monastery: Dominican monastery was established in 1246 and it is the oldest in the medieval old town.
- Patarei Prison: Patarei Prison was founded by Nicholas I of Russia. The building work ended in 1840. It’s spread over four hectares that is ten acres. Visitors can take a glimpse of cells, work areas, exercise yards and the like. Don’t miss this in your Baltic Tours.
- Pirita Convent: Pirita Convent, a monastery for both nuns and monks and was dedicated to St. Bridget. The Pirita convent operated more than 150 years and was the biggest nunnery in Old Livonia. The most important s for visitors is a park with the ruins of the convent. You can also visit the museum housed in the monastery.
- The Great Guild Hall: The Great Guild Hall was built during 1407-1410 and is a well-preserved site illustrating the story of medieval construction. The Great Guild Hall has a museum showcasing Estonia’s history from earliest times up to the close of the 20th century. There are many films and other media that show how people were here and thrived over the past 11,000 years.
- Seaplane Harbour Museum: the Seaplane Harbour Museum is the youngest and is the most exciting museums in Tallinn. It depicts the Estonian maritime and military history.
Visit the collection of historic ships. These include the Surr Toll, Europe’s biggest icebreaker powered by steam.
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