Tallinn in 1 day
Once in the Estonian capital, the traveler seems to find himself in a fairy tale, where every street, house or tower resembles illustrations from a book full of wonders and secrets. It is not easy to get to know and understand Tallinn in 1 day, but even the laziest are able to feel its leisurely rhythm and be imbued with pleasant charm..
City roofs
One of the main features of Tallinn is its rooftops. Determining which of those strolling along its medieval streets was in the Estonian capital for the first time is as easy as shelling pears: a tourist walks through the city with his head raised, often stops and enthusiastically clicks the camera shutter. Weather vane dominates the rooftops of Tallinn. At all times, they have symbolized enduring values for Estonians: the stork is the warmth of the family, the raven is wisdom, and the rooster protected from fires..
In the Old Town, the spire of the Town Hall, on which the figure of Old Thomas is installed, will also attract attention. Since the 16th century, the city symbol has followed the inviolability of borders and has served as a symbol of Tallinn. But the church, built in honor of St. Olaf, is famous for its height. Until the 16th century, its bell tower surpassed all buildings in the world, soaring up 160 meters, and today the observation deck offers the most magnificent view of the old quarters of the capital of Estonia.
Peter's creation
The Russian Emperor Peter I left a pleasant mark on the appearance of Tallinn, having ordered a palace with a magnificent park to be erected in the Baltic at the beginning of the 18th century. Called Kadriorg, the mansion was designed and built by an Italian architect, and the park that surrounds it still serves as an example of the unique talent of landscape designers. Seeing Tallinn in one day means feeding the swans on the Kadriorg lake, capturing magnificent fountains and arranging a photo session against the backdrop of an old mansion.
Argue about tastes
Residents of the Baltics disagree with the definition «Baltic cuisine» and each prefer his own in accordance with geographic boundaries. In Tallinn, in 1 day you can have time to taste all the best delicacies of Estonian cuisine, the most popular of which are undoubtedly kartulipores. Meat baked in potato balls with gravy - a worthy choice for a Tallinn-style lunch or dinner.
As a souvenir for friends who are bored at home, they should bring a local liqueur from Tallinn. Even on a one-day excursion, there will be plenty of opportunities to buy «Vana Tallinn», which is able to decorate both a cup of morning coffee and friendly gatherings.
