Quick Facts
- Tallinn's Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized in 1997 for its well-preserved medieval architecture dating back to the 13th century.
- The Tallin Old Town boasts the highest preserved medieval city wall in Northern Europe, which originally had 46 towers, with 20 still standing today.
- In 2018, Tallinn was named the European Capital of Innovation, highlighting its vibrant tech scene that includes over 1,000 startups and a thriving digital economy.
- The iconic Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, completed in 1900, is an example of Russian Revival architecture and features a stunning interior adorned with 3,000 square meters of mosaics.
- Tallinn's Town Hall, built in 1402, is the only Gothic town hall still standing in Northern Europe and features a unique weather vane known as 'Old Thomas'.
Travel Details
- Country
- Estonia
- Population
- Varies
- Daily Budget
- $80-150
- Best Time to Visit
- May–Sep
- Current Weather
- ☁️5°C/41°FPartly Cloudy
- Currency
- € EUR
- Coordinates
- 59.4370, 24.7536
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