Park and Palace of Cadriorg

It was a feature of a Russian autocrat to erect majestic buildings on a conquered territory. Whole Cadriorg’s architectural ensemble is a result of triumphal work of Peter the Great.

St. Catherine’s Dominican Monastery

The building is situated in Tallinn’s Old Town and relates to the 18th century. It was build for the Dominican order’s monastery, which was functional in the years of 1246-1525. The order specialized in church science and theology and became famous for its scholars.

Uptown

The Uptown occupies a territory of 8 hectares and is walled by thick fortifications. It is situated 45 meters above the sea level and towers over the whole city. The highest tower is called the Long Herman (45.6 meters).

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Alexander Nevsky’s Orthodox Cathedral

Alexander Nevsky’s Orthodox Cathedral is built in 1900 and stands out from nearby buildings mainly due to its architecture. It was supposed to strengthen the Russian religious influence, in contrast to the western currents and German domination.

Baron fon Glen’s Park

This construction, filled with the spirit of romanticism, is built in the style of medieval Gothic and proudly resides on the slope of Mustamyae’s steep.

Castle Maaryamyagi’s Historical Museum

In 1874 Russian earl Orlov-Davydov bought a plot of land and built some sort of medieval castle, which was quite fancy at those times.

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Niguliste Church

Oleviste Church

The church was named after the Norwegian king Olav the Second, who was worshipped as a patron of seafarers. According to the legend the city-fathers erected such high building as a reference point for seafarers, so that merchants with goods did not sail by.

Rocca al Mare Museum

The museum is situated on the south coast of Coplinn’s bay in the former summer estate Rocca al Mare, which was owned by a Tallinn’s burgher A. Gigard de Soucantoni. It occupied a territory of 80 hectares.