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ENGLISH EDITION/FEBRUARY 2013
Your free guide to Estonia
Restaurants / Culture / Shopping / Transport / History
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ESSILOR VARILUX COMFORT NEW EDITIONTwo lenses for the price of one.
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DRESS CLOTHES FOR ALL AGES AND SIZES ACROSS FROM STOCKMANN IN TALLINN
PEREOPTIKA & SÄÄSTUOPTIKA – WW-Passaaz Aia 3/Vana Viru 10, Tallinn (tel. 6616007 gsm +372 56820045)
VIIMSI SPA OPTIKA – Randvere tee 11, Haabneeme, Tallinn (tel. 6011570 gsm +372 56880957)
STOCK OPTIKA - Tartu mnt 18 (tel. 6620240 gsm+372 56820044) across from Stockmann
PLUSS-MIINUS OPTIKA – Narva mnt. 11D, Tallinn (tel. 6261336) gsm +372 5682004 (entrance through the courtyard)
Eye doctors: Galina Beloussova and Juta Jask, service in Finnish and English
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Aia 18, Tallinn, Estonia www.kalevspa.ee Phone +372 649 3300 [email protected]
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T H E B A L T I C G U I D E ™ F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 3 3editorial
Ah, February in Estonia
Last month,
Estonia made
the travel
press once again,
making it onto The
Guardian’s 20 best
bargain holidays in Europe for 2013, AFAR’s Top 13
Places to go in 2013, and Feminist First’s 8 Must-visit
destinations for 2013. Estonia was praised for its art,
food, and architecture, as well as “fairly cheap prices
and lack of mainstream commercialisation.” What
struck me about these articles was, the authors
are trying to get you to visit in summer, but what’s
wrong with February in Estonia?
Ah, February in Estonia, the days are longer, the
temperatures keep getting colder, and there is not a
sign of spring. But February is in fact a great month!
Cross-country ski season is in full swing, and the
anticipation of the Tartu Marathon is building. If you
want to see thousands of men and women in tight
lycra, this is the event for you! But seriously, what
a sight!The 42 kilometre race kicks off at 9 am, the
temperature may be -15C, but skiers are warming up,
literally trying to stay warm before they have to lose
their coats. There is a fine line between too many and
too little clothes. Too little, you will be cold, too many
and you will sweat and then be cold. But this race
attracts people from all over Europe and it’s an event
not to be missed.
If you’re more like me though, and enjoy sports
from the comfort of your own home, then you might
want to familiarise yourself with the spas in Estonia.
And it just so happens that in this month’s guide
we tell you all about the spas in Tallinn, so you won’t
even have to travel outside of the city.
You might also notice that we have a new format.
Our pages are slightly smaller, but still packed full of
all the latest information about travel in Estonia.
Happy travels, and keep warm!
Kristina LuppEditor-in chief
3 editorial 4-5 transport 6 February events 10-11 shopping14 history 15 museums 16-17 nightlife 18 beauty 19 sights
sports
restaurants12-13
Ice CricketTartu MarathonAlutaguse MarathonLeigo Ice Music FestivalSauna MarathonWinter at Valgehoubusemäe
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Contents
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ABOUT ESTONIAArea: 45,227 km2.
Population: about 1,350,000.
Capital: Tallinn, population about 400,000.
Independence: 24 February, 1918, Re-independence: 20 August, 1991.
Weather: Average temperature July 16°C, February -9°C.
Time zone: GMT +2
Language: Official language Estonian. Russian is the mother tongue of more than 300,000 inhabitants.
Religion: Approximately 20 % of Estonians are non-religious, 30 % Lutheran, 28 % Orthodox and 3 % Catholic.
Currency: Euro. Visa, MasterCard, Eurocard, Diner’s Club and American Express are widely accepted.
Electricity: 220 V / 50 Hz, European (Type C) plug.
F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 3
PORTS B-Terminal, D-Terminal HOTELS Barons Hotel,
Bern Hotel, Braavo Hotel, City Portus Hotel, My City Hotel,
Domina Ilmarine Hotel, Ecoland Hotel, Economi Hotel,
Euroopa Hotel, Go Hotel Schnelli, Imperial Hotel, Kalev Spa
Hotel, Kreutzwald Hotel Tallinn, L'Ermitage Hotel, Meriton
Grand Conference & Spa Hotel, Metropol Hotel, Nordic
Forum Hotel, Old House Hostel, Old Town Maestro Hotel,
Oru Hotel, Palace Hotel, Park Inn Central Tallinn, Radisson
Blu Hotel Tallinn, Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia, Reval Park
Hotel Tallinn, Savoy Hotel, Scandic St. Barbara Hotel, Sokos
Hotel Viru, St. Olav Hotel, Susi Hotel, Swissotel, Tähetorni
Hotel, Tallink Express Hotel, Tatari 53 Hotel, Telegraaf Hotel,
Ülemiste Hotel, Vana Wiru Hotel, Viimsi Spa Hotel, Von
Stackelberg Hotel Tallinn OTHER TV Tower, Hansabuss
Business Line, Swedish Embassy, Sadama Market,
Stockmann Info, Tallinn Airport, Tallinn Tourist Information,
Citytour Buses, Hansabuss Airport, Merekeskus
Lootsi keskus, Puumedi Group OÜ RESTAURANTS Pirita
Yacht Club, Arizona, Beerhouse, Clazz, Molly Malones, O
Pick up your free copy at: 'Malleys, Odessa Restaurant, Seven Seas Restaurant, Troika
Restaurant, Turg Restaurant, Waynes Coffee PÄRNU
Astra Hotel, Legend Hotel, Pärnu Visitor's Centre, Strand
Hotel, Sanatorium Tervis, Tervise Paradiis, TRK Viiking,
Koidulapark Hotel, Pärnu Airport TARTU Dorpat Hotel,
London Hotel, Pallas Hotel, Tartu Visitor's Centre, Tartu
Airport, Turu Linna City Information Point WESTERN
ESTONIA Pärnu Yacht Club, Arensburg Boutique Hotel,
Fra Mare Thalasso Spa, Haapsalu Tourist Information,
Hiiumaa Tourist Information, Johan Spa Hotel, Kuressaare
Airport, Kuressaare Tourist Information, Promenaadi Hotel
Haapsalu, Meri Spa Hotel, Rüütli Spa Hotel EASTERN
ESTONIA Jõhvi Tourist Information, Meresuu Spa, Narva
Tourist Information, Rakvere Tourist Information, Saka Cliff
Hotel & Spa, Toila Sanatorium, Vihula Manor, Villa Theresa,
Sagadi Manor SWEDEN EAS Stockholm, Estonian House
Göteborg, Estonian Air Stockholm,Tallink Mariehamn,
Tallink Stockholm RIGA Cinnamon Sally Backpackers
Hostel, Friendly Fun Franks Backpackers Hostel, The Blue
Cow Backpackers Hostel, The Naughty Squirrel
Backpackers Hostel
Managing Director: Kirli Lembinen
Editor-in-Chief: Kristina Lupp
Design: Kristi Möls
Photography: Andrei Chertkov
Photo: Kaimo Puniste
Skiers at last year's Tartu Marathon
Contact Information
Põhja pst 25, 10415 Tallinn,
tel +372 611 77 60
e-mail: [email protected]
Marketing Manager: Elisa Ritsing
tel +372 58 50 2473
01 TOBOGGANINGEstonians spend Shrove Tuesday (12 February) racing down the hill on a toboggan with their families. The Tallinn Song Festival Grounds are a favourite spot. A traditio-nal Shrove Tuesday will be celebrated February 10 and 12 at the Open Air Museum. Outside of Tallinn, try Munamägi in Pärnu or the Tähtvere Sports Park in Tartu.
02 TOUREST TOURISM FAIREstonia’s biggest tourism fair Tourest will take place 15-17 February at the Eesti Näituse Messikeskus (Estonian Exhibition Centre). Learn about all the fascinating destinations Estonia has to offer, and there are even travel deals to be had.
03 THE BIG MARATHONThe legendary Tartu Marathon will take place in the southern Estonian town of Otepää. This year the marathon will celeb-rate its 42nd year. The race starts on 17 February at 9.00 in Otepää and finishes 63km later in Elva. Children can participate in a children’s race that takes place on 16 February at the Tähtvere Sport Park.
04 A BLUESY WINTERIt’s all about rhythm and blues in Pärnu from 21-24 February. The Blue Icicle Blues Festival not only includes great perfor-mances, but you can also show off your musical talents in one of the many workshops where you’ll have the chance to learn from the masters.
05 ROCK CAFÉ – BEST BETSRock out in February and March at the Rock Café with everything from country to heavy metal. 2 February, listen to the haunting tunes of Johnny Cash performed by Estonian musicians. Or want something a little louder? The Finnish metal band Stone will play 27 February. In March, hear Example (24 March) and Sabaton (27 March). Turn to page 16-17 for more details.
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Tallinn city transportation tickets can
be purchased in advance from kiosks
or directly from the driver. One hour,
three-day and five-day tickets are
available. Tickets must be validated at
the beginning of the journey. Persons
travelling without a ticket are subject
to a 40€ fine.
Further information on routes and
timetables:
http://soiduplaan.tallinn.ee/#plan/
TICKETS AND ROUTES
TALLINN CITY TOUR
Take a tour of Tallinn on the red double-
decker bus. Simultaneous translation in 10
different languages.
Hop On Hop Off - bus tickets valid for 24h
on three different lines.
Red Line - City Centre
Green Line - Pirita
Blue Line - Rocca al Mare
Tour routes last approximately
one hour. All services begin at
Viru Square. Tickets start at 13€.
www.citytour.ee
AIRPORT - CITY CENTER BUS No. 90K
This is the best way to travel between the airport and the
city centre. These blue buses are easily recognised with
the airplane ticket image on the outside. There is space
for luggage. The bus stops at various hotels, main attractions
and the Tallinn port. Tickets 2€. www.hansabuss.ee,
http://soiduplaan.tallinn.ee/#bus
tram routes
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2
3 4
4
1 3
2
airport
RAILWAYSTATION
transport4 T H E B A L T I C G U I D E ™ F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 3
■ Customs RegulationsVisitors from EU countries may carry unlimited amounts
of tobacco products into Estonia.
ALL TOBACCO PRODUCTS MUST DISPLAY HEALTH WARN-
INGS. IN THEIR ABSENCE, THE FOLLOWING RULES APPLIES:
200 CIGARETTES OR 200G OF LOOSE TOBACCO
Cars or motorcycles entering Estonia may carry up
to 10L of petrol in regulation containers.
Drugs may not be brought into Estonia without
permission. Live animals and plants, as well as rare ani-
mal and plant species and also require special permis-
sion. Firearms and other weapons are prohibited.
Pirated materials are prohibited.
Estonian Tax and Customs, information for the traveller:
http://www.emta.ee/index.php?id=1089
■ Airport and Port TransfersGetting to the port:The distance between the Viru
Shopping Centre and the port
is about 1 km. Bus no. 2 will get
you there, and pass by the airport
as well. The Mõigu Bus Line also
passes through the port. For
more information and timetables
visit: http://soiduplaan. tallinn.
ee/#bus/2/ab.
The name of the Viru Shopping
Centre bus stop is A. Laikmaa.
Tickets are available on the bus
for 1.60€ or from R-kiosks for 1€.
Free Bus from the PortThe Viking Line offers a free shuttle
service to and from the city. The
name of the bus stop is Mere pui-
estee, opposite the Viru Shopping
Centre. The bus departs at 14.15,
14.30 and 14.45.
The Rocca al Mare Prisma supermar-
ket has a free bus that also passes
through the port terminals everyday
between 10–17. Please consult
the website for departure times:
www.prismamarket.ee/prismabuss.
php?lang=fin
Getting to the AirportThe distance between the Viru Shopping
Centre and the Tallinn airport is 4 km. The
no. 2 bus goes to the airport and the sched-
ule can be found at http://soiduplaan.
tallinn.ee/#bus/2/ab. The name of the Viru
Shopping Centre bus stop is A. Laikmaa
and the airport stop is called Lennujaam.
Tickets are available on the bus for 1.60€ or
from R-kiosks for 1€. The no 90K bus oper-
ates between Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport
and centrally located Tallinn hotels. It runs
from 7:20am until 6:40pm every 20 min
daily. A one-way ticket costs 2€.
■ BY BUS:Tallinn Central Bus Station (Tallinna Autobussijaam)Lastekodu 46, Tallinnwww.tpilet.ee, www.peatus.eeFrom the bus station to the city: tram no.2, bus no. 17, no. 23Ecolines – www.ecolines.eeHansabuss Business Line – www.businessline.eeLux Express – www.luxexpress.euTemptrans – www.temptrans.ee
■ BY SEA:From the Port of Tallinn to the city/airport: bus no. 2
TO/FROM HELSINKI Eckerö Line - www.eckeroline.eeTallink - www.tallinksilja.comViking Line - www.vikingline.eeLinda Line Express - www.lindaline.ee
TO/FROM STOCKHOLMTallink - www.tallinksilja.com
TO/FROM ST. PETERSBURGSt. Peter Line - www.stpeterline.com
■ BY TRAIN:Train Station (Balti jaam)Toompuistee 37, TallinnFrom the train station to the city: tram no. 1, no. 2, or ten minute walk to the Old Townwww.edel.eewww.gorail.ee
■ BY AIR:Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (Lennujaam)Tartu mnt 101, TallinnFrom the airport to the city: bus no. 2, no. 90K. www.tallinn-airport.ee/engFAST CLASS By Copterline – www.copterline.ee Travel between Tallinn and Helsinki City Centres, from the Port.
■ Transport
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2 4
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Always up to 500g
All dishes prepared by our German chef.
Children’s Menu Available
New German Schnitzel Restaurant in Tallinn’s Old Town.
Free shot of liqueur
when you order a schnitzel. New location:
Rüütli 28/30, Old Town
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■ Tallinn Taxis■ Day and evening (23.00–6.00) taxi fares can vary. Each taxi company has their own rates. Every taxi must display driver infor-mation and photo.
■ For example, a one-way ride starting at Viru Hotel and lasting approximately 1.5 km should cost about 6€. With traffic congestion, the amount may be higher. For a listing of taxi fares, please visit: www.taksod.net
■ It pays to be careful when choos-ing a taxi, because some companies have much higher rates than others. Taxi prices are displayed on the right rear window and on the vehicle’s dashboard. The minimum fee must be displayed on the price list, as well as the rate per kilometer and standing rate. The cost of the trip is always the displayed taxi-meter rate, as an ‘agreed rate’ will not always be honoured.
Taxi drivers must print a receipt. If for some reason the taxi driver does not offer a receipt then the passenger is not obliged to pay. If
you feel that the price was unreasonable, then make note of the car registration number, date of
journey, and the name of the taxi company.
■ If you feel that you have been cheated, you may send complaints to: [email protected] and/or The Baltic Guide: [email protected]. Or call the Tallinn Service Line 1345.
■ From the airport to the city cen-tre, a taxi will cost between 7-10€
with the following taxi companies: Tallinna Takso, Tulika Takso, and Tallink
Takso. These three taxi companies have a contract with the Tallinn Airport, and will be
waiting outside the main entrance in the taxi queue.
USEFUL VOCABULARY
The car has broken down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto läks katkiThe car has run out of petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bensiin sai otsa Here is an accident. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Siin on avarii
There is a block in the road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teel on ummikWhere is the car repair?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kus on autoremonditöökoda/kummiparandus?
P U H E L I N N U M E R O T : P O L I I S I 1 1 0 , P E L A S T U S TO I M I 1 1 2 , AU TO A B I 1 8 8 8 ( 2 4 H ) .
No international driver’s license required.
It is important for drivers to follow the
following regulations:
■ Blood alcohol level must be 0.
■ Estonia has no freeways. Please mind inter-
sections and cyclists.
■ The speed limit in towns is usually 50 km /
h, but can vary between 30- 70 km / h. Speeds
will be marked. Outside built-up areas, the
speed limit is 90 km / h, in some sections 110
km / h, but only in summer.
■ All cars must carry a warning triangle,
wheel chocks, first-aid kit, and fire extin-
guisher. Drivers must wear a fluorescent vest
when stopped at night.
■ In case of collision, and in the event of inju-
ry, it is advisable to call the police. Insurance
documents and driver information should
be exchanged.
■ Parking and speeding fines will still be
charged if visiting from overseas. Please pay
fines on time to avoid penalty.
Useful Information
Parking in Tallinn
Important Phone Numbers: POLICE 110, EMERGENCY 112, AUTOMOBILE 1888 (24 h)
The first 15 minutes of parking are free when
using a parking clock. This does not apply in
parking lots.
Parking tickets can be purchased from a
kiosk or in select stores. Parking tickets must
state the year, month, day, hour, and minute
of purchase.
Shopping centres are equipped with an
automatic teller that accepts coins. In Tallinn,
most parking lots are paid.
Parking fines vary. Failure to pay for park-
ing may result in a fine of 20. If the parked car
is obstructing traffic, the fine will be 64, with
the possibility of it being towed. In this case,
please contact the city police 14410. Unpaid
fines do not go away, even if you are from
overseas. Unpaid fines may triple in value.
Please read the signs carefully.
The first 15 minutes are free at:
■ Tallinn Parking 15 min / 0,26€Payment required M–F 7–19, Sa 8–15. Free on Sundays.
■ City Centre 15 min / 0,58€Payment required M–F 7–19, Sa 8–15. Free on Sundays.
■ Old Town 15 min / 1,15€Payment required 24h, 7 days.
You don’t need to hire a car to get around the city of Tal-
linn, but a car is a great way to see the countryside and
explore small towns. If you are arriving by plane, your
most convenient option is to use one of the many rental
companies at the Tallinn Airport:
Budget – www.budget.ee
Europcar – www.europcar.ee
Hertz – www.hertz.ee
National – www.europcar.ee
Sixt Rent A Car – www.sixt.com
There are many other companies to use in Tallinn, some
which have a car drop-off and pick-up option to your
hotel or holiday apartment. For more information on driv-
ing in Estonia, turn to page 6-7 in this guide or visit www.
mnt.ee.
Easy Car Rent – www.easycarrent.ee
Hansarent – www.hansarent.ee
Sir Autorent – www.sirrent.ee
Yes Rent – www.yesrent.ee
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T H E B A L T I C G U I D E ™ F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 36 february events
ESTONIAN DREAM BIG BAND Looking for something to do while in Pärnu for the 2013 Ice Festival? Why not catch a performance at the Pärnu Concert Hall. This modern building was built in 2002, and is home to the Pärnu Music School, and the Pärnu City Orchestra. This performance is part of the Estonian Jazz Anthology series of con-certs (performances in Tallinn, Tartu, and Jõhvi as well). Mart Sander will conduct the Estonian Dream Big Band. Tickets: www.piletilevi.ee
20 February, 19.00Pärnu Concert Hall, Pärnuwww.concert.ee
OPERA GALAEnjoy the works of Puccini, Verdi, Donizetti, Offenbach and Tchaikovsky played by the Venemuise Symphony Orchestra and Opera Choir. Performers will be: Charlotta Larsson (soprano, Sweden), Merunas Vitulskis (tenor, Lithuania), Pirjo Püvi (soprano), Karmen Puis (soprano), Valentina Kremen (mez-zosoprano), Simo Breede (baritone), and Märt Jakobson (bass).
Tickets: www.piletimaailm.ee
8 February, 19.00Vanemuise Concert Hall, Tartuwww.concert.ee
Pärnu Ice Festival 2013This year’s Pärnu Ice Festival has
something for everyone. Enjoy ice hockey and figure skating, watch a film at the ice cinema, or admi-re the ice sculptures from the Ice Sculpture Symposium ICICLE 2013 (15-17 February, Pärnu). There will even be a food festival for the best jams and preserves in Pärnu County. Two highlights of the event include the Performance
of Ice and Fire on February 16 at 21.00, and the Estonian Party! on February 23 at 19.00. The Perfor-mance of Ice and Fire will be the opening ceremony to this year’s festival. It will include a skating and fire show by the Dance Studio Palm Projects, a performance by the figure skating club, Hõbeuisk, fly grossing, and fireworks. The Estonian Party! will take place the
following weekend. This open-air concert will have performances by the legendary singer Tõnis Mägi, Maarja-Liis Ilus, as well as a band and choirs from Pärnu County. The folk dance group Kajakas will perform on the Snow stage. ■
16 February – 24 Februarywww.icefest.eu
Legends of the TimesCome to the legendary Viru
Hotel for a three-part classic cabaret that follows the fascina-ting 40-year history of the hotel. Tickets include a glass of sparkling wine as a welcome drink, a three-course a la carte dinner, inspired by the flavours of the Soviet era, entrance to the Café Amigo night club, and of course the fabulous
cabaret! Be sure to book, tickets are selling out quickly! Tickets: www.piletilevi.ee ■
Hotel Viru Grand 40th Anniversa-ry Cabaret Show Tour 1972-2012Sokos Hotel Viru, Restoran Meri-neitsiViru väljak 4, Tallinn B2Until 27 April 2013
Gala Concert for the 95th Anniversary of the
Republic of Estonia
The 95th anniversary of the
Republic of Estonia will be celeb-rated with a concert at the Nokia Concert Hall with performances by top Estonian artists, including the ensemble Ro:Toro, the Tal-linn University Male Choir and the Police and Border Guard Orchest-ra. A total of 70 musicians will take the stage, to be conducted by Hando Põldmäe.
Põldmäe has conducted the Virumaa Youth and Virumaa Concert Orchestras, the Georg Ots Music School Symphony Orchestra, the Estonian Orchest-ra Conductors Brass Band and the Harju County String Orchestra. In 2006, he was awarded the Esto-nian Choir Association's annual Young Conductor's Award. The Police and Border Guard Orchest-ra, formed in 2010, is a 30-member group of professional musicians representing the Police and Border
Guard Board. The Tallinn Univer-sity Male Choir was founded in 1999 and has won many awards since. This is a performance not to be missed! Tickets: www.ticketpro.ee ■
22 February, 19:00 Nokia Concert Hall in the Solaris Centre www.kontserdimaja.ee
Looking for a unique gift? Why not support an Estonian student company by attending the Annual Estonian Student Companies Fair. Over 130 student companies from Estonia, Sweden, and Moldova will be taking part. Here you can find everything from toys to sou-venirs, soap to electronics.
Õpilasfirma (Student Compa-ny) is an entrepreneurship pro-gram organised by Junior Achie-
Estonian Student Companies Fair
vement Estonia. Students from grades 7-9, through to high school think of a business idea, register it as a student company, and learn what is involved in running their company. This year there are 200 student companies registered in Estonia. ■
9 February, 12.00-17.00Kristiine Shopping Centre
BRASSERIE & RESTAURANT TELETORNRESTAURANT WITH A VIEW
WWW.TELETORN.EE
WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/RESTORAN/TELETORN
Reservations: +372 58150020E-mail: [email protected], www.teletorn.ee
Open Wednesday-Monday 11-23, Tuesday 18-23
PARKING:The TV Tower
parking lot has 5 places for tourist
buses and 60 places for cars.
The TV Tower is located 10 min. from
the city centre and 4 min. from the Pirita
Marina.Kloostrimetsa tee
58A, Tallinn
HOW TO GET HERE:You can take buses
34A, 38, and 49 (stop "Teletorn"), or the City Tour bus. Our premises
are handicap accessible.
www.troika.ee
RUSSIANRESTAURANTRUSSIAN
RESTAURANT
Restaurant/PubFörsta stället i Tallinn när man kommer sjövägen och sista när man beger sig till havs!
The first place to come when You arrive and the last place to visit before leaving!
Massor av härliga smakupplevelser!
Taste one of our delicious dishes!Öppet/Open: varje dag/every day 8-19.
Köket öppet från kl/The kitchen open from 8.
Levande musik varje dag/Live music every day 12-15
Sadamarket Shopping Centrum1a vån/1st floor, 100m från A och B-terminalerna/100m from A and B terminals.
Sadama 6/8, Tallinn, tel. +372 661 4605, [email protected],www.seitsemerd.ee
BEST VENUES IN TALLINN! WELCOME! FIND OUR RESTAURANTS ON THE TALLINN MAP ON PAGE 47
HEALTHYFRESHFAST
OPEN SUN-THU 11-23, FRI-SAT 11-24
Foorum Center, Hobujaama 10, TallinnNear the harbour tfn. +372 6 829 010
Solaris Center, Estonia pst. 9, TallinnNear the National Opera Theatre tfn. +372 6 285 999
& PIZZAfrom
4,90 €
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Turkish Airlines to open Tallinn route Starting June 11, Turkish Airlines will open an Istanbul-Tallinn-Vilnius-Istanbul route. The airline will fly to Tallinn three times per week using the Airbus A319. Tallinn Airport currently has regular con-nections to 18 countries.
Ivo Varts dies at 51Ivo Varts, a drummer for progressive rock bands, died in January. Varts was born in Rakvere, and played for many popular Estonian rock bands, including Ruja, Kaseke, In Spe, Mahavok, Propeller, Haak, Compromise Blue and Apelsin.
New Foundation aims to restore Narva BastionsThe Narva Museum is trying to restore the historical bastions of Narva over the next ten years. This EU funded project is expected to cost close to four million euros. The renovations will begin with the Victoria bastions, located on the Estonian side of the river, and then the Honor and Gloria bastions will follow. The latter have not been renovated for 150 years. The museum also plans to work on Narva’s graveyards and Old Town.
Artist to be used for Võru beautification projectThe artwork of southeastern Estonian native Navitrolla could soon decorate the walls of buildings in Võru. His work is known for its unique visual flair. The city has 18,000 apartment associations, which have been offered the opportu-nity to have Navitrolla’s work on their façades. His work can been seen widely throughout Tallinn in cafés, as well as in his shop in Tallinn’s Old Town.
Architects debate value of Soviet military relics
Architects met at the Museum of Estonian Architecture in January to discuss a new project that will map and analyse 20th century military infrastruc-ture. Ain Tähiste, the head of Hiiumaa's military museum, said: “the problem is that there is an abundance of military sites, many are large and they lack any kind of function. At the same time, they are historical markers, attesting to the fact that, at one time, parts of Estonia were completely off limits for Estonians, accessible only with special permission.”Tähiste explained there are around 10 to 15 military sites originating from the 20th century that should be preserved.
First ice road of the season opensThe ice roads crossing lakes and connec-ting to smaller islands are now open. The connection from Haapsalu to Noarootsi is open, and ice roads that border with Russia: Peipsi, Pihkva and Lämmijärv are open as well. Drivers planning to ventu-re out on the lakes must first register at the nearest border guard station. The ice roads are open only during daytime. For an ice road to open, the ice must reach 20-25 centimetres in thickness.
FebruaryNews
WINTER AT Valgehobusemäe
THE FAVOURITE MARATIf last year is any indication, the 42nd Tartu Marathon will be a truly huge event. Last year almost 8000 skiers took part, of which 6750 made it to the finish.
The 63 kilometre long trail
15th Alutaguse Marathon
takes you through the forests of Otepää and over the hills of Elva. If you don’t think you can make it that far, then there is also a 31-kilo-metre race. The ski style is classic.
On February 16 a race for
children will take place at the Tartu Tähtvere Sport Park. Every parti-cipant gets a prize.
You can register for the marat-hon at: www.tartumaraton.ee. The registration cost is between
30-80. You must register by February 16. ■
Start: Otepää Tehvandi Stadium February 17, 9.00.www.tartumaraton.ee
Valgehobusemäe Ski and Rec-
reation Centre is located about 70 km southwest of Tallinn, near Kõrvamaa National Park. They offer cross-country and downhill skiing, and snowboarding, as well as a snow tubing course. The Cent-re offers lessons, and even a tobog-ganing hill for children. ■
11-12 February Scandinavian Cup – cross-country skiing 21 February Shrove Tuesday, buil-ding a snow town.4 March 12th Albu Ski Race, Jaak Mae Cup 6 March Albu Open Champion-ships 10 March Swedbank Family Sports Series Ski Marathon 16 March Snow Board Competiti-on “Valgehobusemäe Rodeo” 31 March Swedbank – ETV Youth Ski Series Stage V
www.valgehobuse.ee
The Alutaguse Marathon is part of the Estoloppet cross-country series. This ski race continues to gain popularity and attracts both locals and skiers from abroad. The marathon will be classic style
and cover a distance of 20km and 40km. The route takes the skier through the Kurtna Lakes area, Estonia’s largest lakes system ■
www.estoloppet.ee
Photo: Kaimo Puniste
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SAUNA MARATHONThere is nothing that Estonians love more than sauna! And here is their chance to prove it. Sauna teams may have up to four people, and the object of the competition is to enter the sauna as many times as possible. Teams must stay in the sauna for at least three minutes at a time. First prize goes to the team that entered the sauna the most amount of time, within the shortest overall time. ■
10 February, Otepääwww.otepaa.ee
Kuldkala 2013LEIGO ICE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Ice CricketCricket is one of the most popular sports in the world and is played in many different formats that requi-re various skills and strategies. For many years, Tallinn has hosted one of the most interesting and enjo-yable forms of the game, where talent is often replaced by luck and the influence of the conditions and venue. This makes it a game for all – players and non-players, men and women. Two events will be
held near Tallinn this winter, 23 February and 2 March and played either on a local lake or at the Jeti Jäähall depending on the ice con-ditions. Matches usually begin around 1000. ■
23 February and 2 March
Contact Rob Brookes at: [email protected]: icecricket
Enjoy an extended weekend at
Leigo Tourist Farm. The Leigo Ice Music Festival takes place on an ice stage, and the audience sits in seats made of ice. This icy con-cert hall even has an ice bar, where warm drinks will be offered. The festival promises live music, fire
dancers, and many more activities and performances to entertain the whole family.■
15-24 February, Otepääwww.leigo.ee
The largest fishing competiti-
on in the Baltics will take place February 16 on Viljandi Lake.
Kuldkala 2013 awards a cash prize to the person who catches the cor-rectly marked fish. Enjoy a compe-titive atmosphere, fish foods, and live music performed by The Zetos and Tanel Padar, on the day of the competition. ■
16 February, Viljandi Lakewww.kuldkala.ee
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A one-stop shopping centre
Shoes, books, food, and a cinema-- Solaris has everything!
TEXT: JUKKA ARPONEN, PHOTOS: ANDREI CHERTKOV
Solaris is one of Tallinn’s newest
shopping centres and is located across from the Estonia Theatre in the city centre. The Nokia Con-cert Hall is attached to the back of Solaris. This is where some of the biggest acts come to play, when in Tallinn. The large bookstore Apol-lo is located on the second floor of Solaris, and offers a modest selec-tion of English language books. The bookstore shares part of the second floor with a modern cine-ma.
The shopping centre is not very big, which means there is no way that you could get lost inside. There are many restaurants and
cafés, most of which are located on the second floor. These include Lido, Vapiano, Hesburger, and Sushi House. These are on the same level as the cinema.
The first floor is filled with shops, as well as a Sony store and a Ticket Pro kiosk. The shops sell clothing, shoes, electronics, jewel-lery, games and toys. A cosmetics shop and a chemist can also be found inside.
The basement level supplies more home wares and health supplies. In addition to a tradi-tional bakery and café, there is also the frozen yogurt stand YO. The shop Armas Kodu sells home wares for a reasonable price. Pet Centre supplies everything you
Location
Solaris Shopping Centre (Solaris Keskus)Estonia pst. 9, Tallinn Old Town J3www.solaris.ee
need for pets. And the Selver Gur-mee is a high end grocery store, with a good wine selection.
The cinema rooms, as well as the beauty salon Maribell, and Komeet café occupy the upper levels. The cinema plays new relea-ses, and English language films are screened in English with Estonian and Russian subtitles.
Pay parking is available in the basement. The entrance is off of Sakala. Parking costs 2.80 per hour or 14 per day. ■
Solaris has three full levels and a cinema.
Pay parking is available in the basement.The Solaris cinema.
There is no shortage of shoe stores at Solaris.
Solaris has three food stores, including this full-sized grocery store.
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OUR FINDINGS:NameBreti Brie Saida juust Nopri Talujuust Nopri Sõir Kuninga Gouda Kadaka juust Saku suitsujuust Farmi Marta
DescriptionWhite mould cheese Organic fresh cheese Cottage cheese Curd cheese Aged up to 8 months Smoked gouda Semi hard smoked cheese Herb flavoured
ProducerLuke Farmimeierei Saidafarm Nopri Talumeierei Nopri Talumeierei Võru Juust Saaremaa Piimatööstus Esko Talu MAAG Piimatööstus
RatingNice and mild Very mild Good traditional cheese Caraway seeds add Strong Natural smoky flavour Mild smoky flavour Traditional and
flavourful
An Estonian cheese platterYour guide to Estonian cheese
TEXT: MIKKO SAVIKKO, PHOTOS: ANDREI CHERTKOV
Mild cheeses like Edam and
Emmental, which were favourites during the Soviet period, are still widely consumed today. These are the cheeses that you can typically find labelled Eesti juust (Estonian
cheese) or Atleet. Some Estonians make their own cheese from fresh cheese curd, and this is often fla-voured with caraway seeds.
More “exotic” cheeses, like smoked cheese or smoked sula-juust (a type of spreadable cheese) have been around for a while. The
latter can be spread on bread, or used to flavour sauces and soups. The most popular brand of sula-juust in Estonia is Merevaik, which comes in many different flavours.
Cheese can be fried or baked. Bars often serve slices of cheese with salt and pepper for seasoning.
The Baltic Guide decided to try some different Estonian cheeses. These are widely available in gro-cery stores, and cheese from smal-ler producers can be found at the Sadama Turg at the Port of Tallinn.
Our goal with this taste test was not to find the best Estonian chee-
se, but to give you an idea of what is out there. Though it was deci-ded that the Kuniga Gouda was the most flavourful out of the cheeses we tried. This Gouda is available in three stages of ageing. ■
A sweetener and a home remedy
Honey is suitable for more than just for sweetening tea.
TEXT: MIKKO VIRTA, PHOTOS: ANDREI CHERTKOV
Estonians have a love for honey.
Many people keep bees themsel-ves and produce their own honey at home. The beekeeping tradition in Estonia dates back to the Soviet period, where it was a way of ear-ning a bit of extra income.
Honey has many different uses. Estonians put it on their porridge, in coffee, and on toast. It’s also used in many recipes, including the delicious honey cake.
Honey helps with other things as well. It can be used against infections and for digestive prob-lems. Hot water or milk with a teaspoon of honey can help soothe your stomach. Honey can be used
externally, to help heal cuts and scratches. It is also widely used in spas for beauty procedures. It is not recommended to give honey to children under the age of one.
The best Estonian honey can be bought in the markets, where there is large selection, and the pri-
ces are reasonable. For example, a 1kg tub of honey will cost around
7 in Pärnu.The aroma, taste, and colour of the honey
depend on which plant the bees fed on. For example, dandelion and heather honeys are completely
d i f f e r e n t colours. Honey’s grit depends
on its sugar content.You can look forward to this
year’s honey at the end of June, once all of the flowers have finis-hed blooming. By August there will be many more to choose from. ■
The traditional pickle is a true delicacy
Peipsi kurk (Peipsi pickle): is a Russian style pickle. The pickles and onions that come from the towns at the edge of Lake Peipus are considered the best in Estonia.
Their taste is quite garlicky, and the grape vine leaves and dill add a piquant flavour. This pickle is no ordinary pickle.
The pickles are packed in 500g tubs. Unopened they will last a long time in the pantry. These firm pickles are best served sliced, and if you want to keep to the Russi-an tradition, try them with sour cream and honey. ■
Where to buy?
Solaris Shopping Centre Prisma grocery store at Sikupilli in TallinnPeipsi kurk (500g) 3,90€
T H E B A L T I C G U I D E ™ F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 312 restaurantsLegend: ■ € - Under 10€ ■ €€ - 11-25€ ■ €€€ - 25€ + (cost of 2 course meal per person)
Apart from the good food, Olde Hansa offers visitors a unique dining atmosphere
Dining, medieval style
medieval
Location
Olde HansaVana turg 1, Tallinn Old Town H2.www.oldehansa.org
TEXT: JUKKA ARPONEN, PHOTOS: ANDREI CHERTKOV
Tallinn has always been proud
of its medieval traditions. It's what keeps visitors coming back, year after year. The Olde Hansa restau-rant is situated in the old central market building. Get a taste for the city’s past, while dining in this truly unique restaurant. Under the same roof, is the medieval shop Krambude, where you can buy medieval clothes and jewelry, along with dishes, spices, and of course the famous sweet almonds, that can always be seen (and smel-led) roasting outside.
It’s not only the Olde Hansa building that is medieval. This theme restaurant has a menu and décor that has been planned with historians to give the most aut-
THE SUSHI FIXWhere to eat sushi in Tallinn
sushiTEXT: JUKKA ARPONEN, PHOTOS: ANDREI CHERTKOV
Sushi is by no means a new addi-tion to the Tallinn dining scene. Sushi restaurants began appea-ring in the early 2000s, but many Japanese restaurants were already serving it before. At the moment there are two chain restaurants and a few independent restau-rants that are serving it. Sushi House has three locations, and Silk Sushi, six. A familiar favourite is of course the fashionable Sushi Cat. Its dining room is so small, that it’s almost always full. But don’t worry, many of Sushi Cat’s
Tallinn’s sushi restaurants:
Silk Sushi Bars:
■ Kullassepa 4, Tallinn Old Town H1
■ Viru Shopping Centre, Viru väljak
4/6, B2
■ Rocca al Mare Shopping Centre,
Paldiski mnt. 102.
■ Narva mnt 15, B3
■ Regati Maja in Pirita,
Merivälja tee 1, Tallinn
www.silk.ee
Sushi House:
■ Solaris Shopping Centre, Estonia
pst 9, B2
■ Rocca al Mare, Audi-maja,
Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 3 /
Mõisa tn. 4.
■ Rotermanni Kvartal, Rotermanni 5
/ Roseni 10, A2
www.sushihouse.ee
Sushi Cat:
■ Roosikrantsi 16, B2
www.sushicat.ee
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regulars often only come for takea-way. This isn’t a bad idea of course, because if you’re on a budget you can save a bit of money by taking it back to your hotel and picking up a few beers on the way.
This time we decided to try Silk Sushi on Kullasepa. From the out-side, the restaurant seems more a stylish lounge than a restaurant. The low stools and tables give it an Asian feel, which suits the décor.
To start, we tried the miso soup. In Silk’s miso soup there is an ade-quate portion of tofu and seaweed. It was flavourful and not too salty. For our sushi course we tried the Neptune set, which had maki, salmon nigiri, tuna, and scallops.
There was a generous portion of pickled ginger and wasabi on the side as well. The fish was fresh, and the service was fantastic. It was a truly enjoyable meal. Silk doesn’t have the lowest prices, but the quality is excellent.
The menu offers a large selec-tion and there is sure to be somet-hing for everyone. For those that aren’t keen on raw fish, there are many noodle dishes and other coo-ked foods to choose from. And don’t forget the sake, of course! ■
hentic medieval dining experien-ce. The lighting is candlelight, of which there is a lot. The servers’ clothes, the ingredients, music, dishes, and more, all follow in this same style. The house even has a medieval WC!
Olde Hansa is by far one of Tallinn’s best family restaurants. The experience will be thrilling for parents and children alike. The menu is long, and there is one of the best vegetable selections in town.
Appetisers cost between 1-10, mains 15-30, and desserts about 5. More exotic dishes like caviar and bear are a little more expen-sive. ■
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KEEPING IT simple
Enjoy daily specials at Momo.
japaneseTEXT: KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS: ANDREI CHERTKOV
Momo is first and foremost your one stop shop for all things Japa-nese in Tallinn. If you’ve been living here for a few months, won-dering where you can get a bottle of Kewpie mayo (spicy Japanese mayonnaise), this is the place. Dry goods line the shelves, and a small freezer is stocked with gyoza (Japanese dumplings).
The staff at Momo are eager to tell you anything you want to know about Japanese cuisine. Come in with a Japanese recipe and they are happy to help you find the ingredients and offer coo-king tips. Their Facebook page often advertises in-store cooking demonstrations and daily specials.
Every day a new dish is offered, like Japanese vegetarian curry, chicken teriyaki, fried prawns with spicy Japanese mayonnaise, or sal-mon sashimi, just to name a few. All dishes come served with rice. When I visited, chicken teriyaki was on the menu. The delicately cooked chicken was moist and coated in a rich soy dressing. The dish was garnished with greens and pickled ginger, as well as a ser-ving of seaweed salad on the side.
The day’s special is posted on Facebook in the morning, and for those of you not familiar with the Estonian language, a pictu-re accompanies the description. I recommend going early if you want to try the special, becau-se once it’s finished, it’s finished. The shop opens at 11.00, and by 15.00, the special is usually sold
out. The daily special will cost you between 4-4.50, and for an extra 1 you can get a bowl of miso soup on the side. While Momo is more a grocery store than a restaurant, there is one medium sized round table to sit at, or meals are available for takeaway. ■
Location
MomoKunderi 29, Tallinn B3www.momoya.euFacebook: jaapaniköökmomoClosed Sundays
Bread and wineLeib means black bread in Estonian.
bistroTEXT: KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS: ANDREI CHERTKOV
“Sometimes you just want good food,” is what the introduction to Leib’s website says. I couldn’t agree more, and when I want good food, I go to Leib.
Leib Resto ja Aed is the dream of sommelier Kristjan Peäske and chef Janno Lepik, two friends turned restaurateurs. Their love for good food and good wine can be seen in the restaurant’s chan-ging menu, and the elegant, yet unpretentious wine list. Loca-ted in the Old Scottish Club in Tallinn’s Old Town, walking through the courtyard to the res-taurant is beautiful both in sum-mer and in winter.
The menu at Leib changes seasonally. In summer, the kit-chen moves outside to an open grill. In winter, the cosy interior, with sheepskin covered chairs, tartan wallpaper, and fireplace is a wonderful place to enjoy a great bottle of wine with a hearty meal.
On chilly winter’s night, I deci-ded to try the roasted bone mar-row with gherkin onion salad to start. This is really an interacti-ve dish, where you scoop out the marrow and mix it with the salad, or simply spread it on the toasted sourdough that accompanies the
dish. For those less adventurous, the house-smoked trout with salt baked potatoes and egg foam is a delicious take on an Estonian favourite. As a main, the server suggested pan-fried local pike-perch with potato-cauliflower mash, ramson (wild garlic) and marinated fennel. The skin of the pikeperch was perfectly crispy and the fish, delicate. The fennel added a hint of freshness and the cau-liflower mash was lovely and rich. My vegetarian dining companion tried the wintery pumpkin dish of roasted pumpkin with pumpkin cream and cottage cheese. Pieces of sautéed chard offered a great
Location
Leib Resto ja AedUus 31, Tallinn Old Town F3www.leibresto.eeClosed Sundays
balance to the dish in both colour and texture.
The selection of house-made ice creams is a light way to finish the meal. On this particular night we were served sea buckthorn, cranberry, and black bread ice cream. Or if you have a bit more room, the dessert menu has a litt-le bit of everything, from crème brûlée with black bread, to cho-colate, to a local cheese platter. ■
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ESTONIA TURNS 95The Republic of Estonia celebrates its 95th anniversary on February 24 this year.
The anniversary will be commemorated throughout the year.
February 24 is a national holi-day with ceremonies to be held all over the country. The Estoni-an blue-black-white tricolour is hoisted and is especially magni-ficent when surrounded by snow on a crisp and sunny winter’s day.
It is a solemn day with speeches and ceremonies all over the count-ry. Those who fought for indepen-dence in 1917-1920 and WWII will be remembered.
■ Flag Hoisting and a Military Parade The first event in the morning of Independence Day is the flag hois-ting at sunrise, just after 07.30 at the Hermann Castle on Toompea in Tallinn.
The annual military parade, this year to be held at Vabaduse väljak (Freedom Square) dates back to the early days of independence. The President of the republic gives a speech, where after the defen-ce forces parade to the powerful and inspiring tunes of a marching band. The parade is a popular family event.
■ The Presidential ReceptionOne of the main media events on Independence Day is the televised reception hosted by President Too-mas Hendrik Ilves and Mrs Evelin Ilves. This year the event will take place in the Estonia Concert Hall. 800 guests are invited, the presi-dent will give a speech, there will be a concert, and the guests will be able to enjoy the latest gos-sip. This is to be topped off with ballroom dancing, delicious sna-cks, sparkling wine and entertain-ment by top Estonian artists. The whole event is broadcast on natio-nal television. The cameras focus on the arrival of invitees when they shake hands with the presidential couple. The haute couture and hai-rstyles are scrutinised, praised and criticised in the Estonian homes and later in the media!
■ The Republic of EstoniaEstonian declared itself inde-pendent from tsarist Russia on February 24, 1918. Thereafter the War of Independence continued
against Communist Russia and Germany. A peace treaty between Russia and Estonia was signed on February 2, 1920. Estonia fell prey to Soviet and Nazi aggression in 1939 as a consequence of the Molotov-Ribbentrop treaty. The country was under Soviet occu-pation until August 20, 1991 when independence was regained. The last Russian troops left Estonian in 1994, WWII ended only then for Estonia! Most Western democra-cies never recognised the Soviet occupation de jure, only de facto.
■ Exhibition: “Estonian work is the Estonian gold. Industry in Tartu 1920–1940”
The exhibition opened on 26 October 2012 in the Tartu City Museum, and introduces the city’s industrial enterprises and their products in the decades before the war. The exhibition will remain open until 30 April 2013 and is dedicated to the 95th anniversary of Estonian independence.
The exhibition displays a selection of the output of Tartu’s industry of that period. Examples include a seismograph made in the workshop of Hugo Masing, a hydraulic ram made in the metal-working factory Tehnik, a Ceres bread pan and much more.
Tartu City Museum/Tartu LinnamuuseumNarva maantee 23, Tartuwww.linnamuuseum.tartu.ee
■ The Estonian War MuseumMany of the activities at the Esto-nian War Museum focus around the War of Independence in 1917-1920 and the occupation of Esto-nia during WWII.
From February 21 visitors can enjoy an exhibition about Inde-pendence Day parades in the pre-war period 1919-1939.
Visitors can also learn a lot about The Estonian Defence Forces from 1991 onwards, The Cold War, foreign missions of the Estonian Defence forces and
much more. There is also a room of armour.
Estonian War Museum/Eesti SõjamuuseumMõisa tee 1, Viimsi (ca 10 km east of down town Tallinn)www.esm.ee
■ On-screen graphics for Estonia’s 95th birthday yearThe Estonian Public Broadcasting, in association with the Govern-ment Office, has created exci-ting new on-screen graphics for Estonia’s 95th birthday year: clips that represent the changes and development that different towns and cities around the country have undergone.
The first five clips went to air on ETV screens from January 1, with further clips to be added in February. A total of almost 20 clips will be produced and aired throughout the year.
These clips can be viewed on YouTube. ■
The History Museum of Estonia celebrates the Estonian Independence day on february 24, by offering entrance tickets for 1 euro both in the Great Guild Hall in the old town and at Maarjamõisa Castle. At Maarjamäe the topic is LONG LIVE ESTONIA!Estonian History Museum/Eesti ajaloomuuseum, Maarjamäe Palace, Pirita tee 56, TallinnBuses 1A, 5, 8 and 34A stop at the Maarjamäe bus stopwww.ajaloomuuseum.ee
The President and the First Lady at last year's Presidential Reception.
Photo: Rene Riisalu
History Museum
Photo: Vahur Lõhmus
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■ Museums
Estonian Museum of Applied Art and Design (Eesti Tarbekunsti- ja Disainimuuseum)Lai 17, Tallinn Old Town, 1G. www.etdm.ee. We-Su 11 - 18
Estonian History Museum Great Guild Hall (Eesti Ajaloomuuseum) Pikk 17, Tallinn Old Town, G1www.ajaloomuuseum.ee 01.09 - 30.04 Th-Tu 10–18
Estonian History Museum
Maarjamäe Palace Maarjamäe Castle, Pirita tee 56, Tallinn, A5
www.ajaloomuuseum.ee We-Su 10–17
Estonian Maritime Museum (Eesti Meremuuseum) Pikk 70, Tallinn Old Town, D3www.meremuuseum.ee. 01.10-30.04 Tu-Su 10–18
Estonian Museum of Natural History (Eesti Loodusmuuseum)Lai 29a, Tallinn Old Town, F2www.loodusmuuseum.ee. We-Su 10–17
Estonian Open Air Museum (Eesti Vabaõhumuuseum)Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 12, Tallinn. www.evm.ee23.04-28.09 Mo-Su 10-20, 29.09-22.04 Mo-Su 10-17
Estonian Theatre and Music Museum (Eesti Teatri- ja muusikamuuseum) Müürivahe 12, Tallinn Old Town, I2www.tmm.ee. We-Sa 10-18
Kiek in de Kök & Bastion PassagesKommandandi tee 2, Tallinn Old Town, J1www.linnamuuseum.ee/kok/1.03-31.10 Tu-Su 10.30-181.11-29.02 Tu-Su 10-17.30
Miia-Milla-Manda Museum (Muuseum Miia-Milla-Manda)L. Koidula 21C, Tallinn B4www.linnamuuseum.ee/miiamillamanda. Tu-Su 12-18
Dominican Monastery Museum (Dominikaanlaste Kloostri museum) Vene 16, Tallinn Old Town, G3www.kloostri.ee. 1.06-30.09 Mon-Sun 11-17 Winter by appointment only.
Museum of Estonian Architecture (Eesti Arhitektuurimuuseum.
Rotermanni soolaladu)Ahtri 2, Tallinn, A2. www.arhitektuurimuuseum.eeWe 12–18, Th 12-20, Fr-Su 11-18
Museum of Puppet Arts NUKU (Nukumuuseum NUKU)Lai 1, Tallinn Old Town, G1. www.nuku.ee. Tu-Su 10-19
Occupation Museum (Okupatsioonimuuseum)Toompea 8, Tallinn Old Town, B1www.okupatsioon.ee. Tu-Su 11 - 18
Photo Museum (Raevangla fotomuuseum)Raekoja 4, Tallinn Old Town, H2. (Located behind Tallinn’s Old Town Square)www.linnamuuseum.ee/fotomuuseum1.03-31.10 Th-Tu 10.30-18, 1.11-29.02 Th-Tu 10-17.30
Tallinn City Museum (Tallinna Linnamuuseum)Vene 17, Tallinn Old Town, G3www.linnamuuseum.ee We – Mo 10.30–17.30
Viru Hotel and KGB Museum (Hotell Viru ja KGB muuseum)Viru väljak 4, Tallinn B2http://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/hotels/tallinn/basic-information/hotel-viru-and-kgb-museum/N.B. 01.11.12-31.03.2012 closed on MondaysPlease contact the hotel to make a booking. Tours available in English, Finnish, and Russian.
■ Art Museums &
Galleries
Adamson-Eric Museum (Adamson-Ericu muuseum)Lühike jalg 3, Tallinn Old Town, I1www.adamson-eric.ee We-Su 11–18
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES
Kadrioru Art Museum (Kadrioru kunstimuuseum)Weizenbergi 37, Tallinn, A4. www.kadriorumuuseum.eeJan–Apr: We 10–20, Th–Su 10–17May–June : Th 10–17, We 10–20, Th–Su 10–17July–Dec 2012 Closed for renovations.
Mikkeli Museum (Mikkeli muuseum)Weizenbergi 28, Tallinn, B4. www.mikkelimuuseum.eeJan–June: We 10–20, Th-Su 10–17July–Dec: Tu, Th-Su 10–17, We 10–20
Kumu Art Museum (Kumu kunstimuuseum)Weizenbergi 34/Valge 1, Tallinn, B5www.kumu.eeOct–Apr: We 11–20, Th–Su 11–18May–Sept: Tu 11–18, We 11–20, Th–Su 11–18
Niguliste Museum (Niguliste muuseum)Niguliste 3, Tallinn Old Town, I1www.nigulistemuuseum.ee. We-Su 10–17 Ticket office closes 16.30
TARTU
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Estonian Literary Museum (Eesti Kirjandusmuuseum)Vanemuise 42, Tartuwww.kirmus.ee. Mo-Th 9 - 17, Fr 9 - 16.30
Estonian National Museum (Eesti Rahva Muuseum)Kuperjanovi 9, Tartu. www.erm.ee. Tu-Su 11 - 18
Estonian Sports Museum (Eesti Spordimuuseum)Rüütli 15, Tartu. www.spordimuuseum.ee. We-Su 11 - 18
KGB Cells Museum (KGB Kongide Muuseum)Riia 15b, Tartu. http://linnamuuseum.tartu.ee. Tu-Sa 11- 16
Museum of the 19th Century Citizen of Tartu (19. Saj. Tartu Linnakodaniku Muuseum)Jaani 16, Tartu. http://linnamuuseum.tartu.ee. We-Su 10-15
Postal Museum (Postimuuseum)Rüütli 15, Tartuwww.erm.ee/en/visit/postal-museum. We-Su 11- 18
Tartu City Museum (Tartu Linnamuuseum)Narva 23, Tartu. Tu-Sa 11- 18. http://linnamuuseum.tartu.ee
Old Observatory (Tähetorn)Lossi 40, TartuTu-Su 10 - 18. http://www.ajaloomuuseum.ut.ee/tahetorn
Tartu Song Festival Museum (Tartu Laulupeomuuseum)Jaama 14, TartuTu-Sa 12 - 18. http://linnamuuseum.tartu.ee
Tartu Toy Museum (Tartu Mänguasjamuuseum)Lutsu 8, Tartu www.mm.ee. We – Su 11 – 18
City Hall Museum (Raemuuseum)Raekoda, Tartu (Town Hall Square)http://linnamuuseum.tartu.ee/?m=415.09-14.05 Mo 9-18, Tu-Fr 9-17, Sa-Su 10-1415.05 -14-09 Mo-Fr 9-18, Sa-Su 10-17
The KGB inspired history of the Viru Hotel
The Viru Hotel has played a significant role in Estonian history, especially in Western relations.
Audio and visual surveillance equipment are on display at the KGB Museum.
Insight into the life in Estonia during
three occupations (1940-1991)
MUSEUM OF OCCUPATIONS Toompea 8, 10142 Tallinn
Tel +372 66 80 250Open Tue-Sun 11.00 - 18.00
The 40 years of the Viru Hotel leave it
full of stories, hence the museum. The hour, guided tour will pass quickly with fascinating tales, pictures, and interes-ting facts. The rooms of the Viru Hotelwere once under KGB surveillance. The rooms were equipped with microphones, and small holes were made in the walls, where cameras could be placed to take pic-tures of hotel guests.
The museum is only accessible by guided tour. Tours run daily, except for Mondays, and are held in English, Finnish, Russian, and Estonia. A maximum of 25 people are able to go on the tour at a time. Make a reservation by email ([email protected]). In 2012, nearly 40,000 people visited the museum!
In addition to the fascinating history, are spectacular views. The KGB surveillance room was located on the top floor of the hotel. During the Soviet period, non-KGB personnel were not allowed on that floor. Thanks to the restoration of independence in 1991, the KGB had to move out quickly, which meant that they could not take eve-rything with them. These are all on display
Famous guests of the Viru Hotel:
■ Film star and two time Oscar winner Elizabeth Taylor
■ Shah of Iran Mohammad Reza Pahlavi entourage
■ Astronaut Neil Armstrong
■ Kosmonaut Valentina Tereškova
■ Singers Alla Pugatšova, Jennifer Rush, Nana Mouscouri
■ Professional Heavyweight Champion Lennox Lewis
in the museum: microphones, room bugs, and radio equipment.
In its time, the Viru Hotel belonged to the state. The hotel was an attempt to show off to Western tourists, which meant many perks were passed along to the staff as well. There were more hotel employees than guests!
This nostalgic tour ends in the museum’s bar, where you can enjoy soviet era drinks, and talk about the tour.
The museum tour starts in the hotel lobby, every 1 ½ hours between the hours of 10.00-17.30. In winter, tours are only available with advance bookings. The tour costs 7 for adults, 5 for hotel guests. The museum ticket gives you entrance to the nightclub Amigo as well. ■
Location
Viru väljak 4, Tallinn B2
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Vaiko EplikEstonia's very own D.I.Y man continues to show
why autonomy is a good idea.
The story goes that back
in 2003, Vaiko Eplik and his group Ruffus repre-sented Estonia in the Eurovision song concert. It was hoped that their song, a pleasant white soul number called “80's Coming Back”, would bring the country glory. Disappointingly, the song came a lowly 23rd, the band were vilified (this was in the days when Eurovision meant somet-hing) and Eplik decided that he'd had enough of singing in English and that doing things his way is the only way.
Fast forward 10 years, six albums and numerous projects, Eplik continues to show why he's Estonia's number one artist.
Listen to:
ROCK CAFÉIt's not just a place for those
scary men in black.
Rock music: These words that
evoke certain images. For some it's the glory days of Led Zeppelin. For others it's scary looking men with long, lank hair and beards who are only too happy to discuss quantum physics.
Whatever your opinion, Tallinn's Rock Café opened eight years ago to provide the oppor-tunity to watch some of the best international and domestic music acts around.
However, the club – situated a couple of kilometres from the city centre on Tartu Mantee – doesn't just play host to the heavier side of things.
Fix (celebrating 45 years!) on February 2nd and Vennaskond and the Tuberkuloited show that new-wave still isn't dead and the newer breed of Estonian artists are also represented, with the trip hop inspired Marilyn Jur-man launching her album 'back
to Saturn' on the 7th and ethereal electro pop darling Sinine perfor-ming on the 9th.
The 23rd is a date for all count-ry fans to put in their diary as a host of artists celebrates the life of Man in Black, Mr Johnny Cash, almost 70 years exactly since his birth.
But rock certainly still has a place to play in this venue’s life. The 22nd sees a show from Led R, Estonia's finest Led Zep-pelin tribute, while Finnish metal behemoths Stone shall be perfor-ming on the 27th.
Tickets for all these shows are available at Piletilevi and Ticketpro. Further details can be found at rockcafe.ee. ■
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Every month, English ex-pat Mark Benn shares
his thoughts on where to spend your evening:
be it drinking, dancing, or going to a gig.
Eplik is difficult to pigeon hole, his ear-lier work drew more on his psychedelic and garage rock influen-ces, providing a brash sound that can still be seen on display during live shows. More recent material has revealed a mellower, more mini-malist sound laden with simple instrumentati-on and hyponotising rhythms. Indeed, Varielu is a refreshing album that shows what one man can do with a bit of creativity.
A fine artist and fier-cely independent, may he continue to do things his way for the foreseeable future. ■
Location
Rock CaféTartu mnt 80d, Tallinnwww.rockcafe.ee
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Tallinn has a vibrant nightlife. The city has many kinds of clubs and pubs, fancy or casual. There is something for everyone. Be sure to check out individual club websites for upcoming gigs.
Tallinn Nightlife
Sports
ClayhillsPikk 13, Tallinn Old Town H1
Drink Baar Väike-Karja 8, Tallinn Old Town I2
Hell HuntPikk 39, Tallinn Old Town G2
Mad Murphy’sMündi 2, Tallinn Old Town H2
Nimeta BaarSuur-Karja 4, Tallinn Old Town I2
Live Music
Café AmigoViru väljak 4, Tallinn B2
Chicago 1933Aia 3, Tallinn Old Town H3
ClazzVana turg 2, Tallinn Old Town H2
Guitar HuntPärnu mnt 19, Tallinn
Rock CaféTartu mnt 80D, Tallinn
Von KrahlTown H1
Gay
G-punktPärnu mnt 23, Tallinn
X-baarTatari 1, Tallinn
Nightclubs
Arena 3Sadama 6, Tallinn A3
BonBonMere pst 6E, Tallinn A2
CatHouseViru väljak 4/6, Tallinn B2
Club BailaSauna 1, Tallinn Old Town I2
Club HollywoodVana-Posti 8, Tallinn Old Town I2
Club MüntMürivahe 22, Tallinn Old Town I2
Club PrivéHarju 6, Tallinn Old Town I1
Club StudioSauna 1, Tallinn Old Town I2
PanoraamAhtri 10, Tallinn A2
ParlamentAhtri 10, Tallinn A2
ParteiRävala pst 8, Tallinn B2
PlubValli 1, Tallinn Old Town I3
TapperPärnu mnt 158G, Tallinn
TeaterVabaduse väljak 5, Tallinn Old Town J1
VabankHarju 13, Tallinn Old Town J1
VenusVana-Viru 14, Tallinn Old Town H3
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Club studio
It's all too easy to dismiss what
a town's club scene is like by loo-king at the pile in the punters and ply them with cheap alcohol super-clubs. However, it's always the smaller, out of the way places that tell you just how vibrant a scene is.
Tucked out of the way on Sauna, Club Studio is the place to be seen in Tallinn – as evidenced by the long line of uber-hip 18-25 year olds waiting to get inside regardless of the weather. Studio
has managed to make its name by regularly attracting some of the finest DJ talent from across Euro-pe. As a result, you can expect sets that include the most cutting-edge breaks and beats around.
The deceptively large club has that necessary industrial, ware-house feel that distinguishes it as a place for the discerning reveller. But nobody goes for the décor, as music and crowd are king. While the crowd may be hip and discer-ning, Estonia isn't a place for the
poseur. Relaxed and fun loving, the visitor to Studio can expect a night of red-bull energised dance floor rocking joy that will last till the early hours but stay with them for some time to come. ■
Location
Club StudioSauna 1, Tallinn Old Town I2www.clubstudio.ee
Go dancing at:
Baltic Guide recommends:
nightlife
Go drinking at:Mauruse PubiFor European clubbing revellers,
Studio is one place to include on your list of must-sees.
Not every Saturday night needs
to be an action-packed affair. Sometimes all that you want is a nice quiet spot; somewhere you can enjoy some friendly conversa-tion in a relaxed atmosphere away from the rowdy hoards.
Situated away from Esto-nia Puiestee, Mr Maurus is one of Tallinn's hidden pleasures. Named after an Estonian literary character, it's unsurprising to find a literary theme inside this hidden away gem. With it's book lined walls, antique sofas and dimmed reading lights, the atmosphere is more contemplative and quieter than most of the bars that Tallinn has to offer. All of which makes
this the perfect place to escape to after a hectic day of sightseeing.
Indeed, their affordable and hearty menu can prove the per-fect antidote to the winter months. Staples such as soups and kievs will provide you with enough fuel to face whatever Tallinn decides to throw at you. And if you decide that you'd prefer not to go outside, there are plenty of board games to dissuade you from braving Tallinn's winter winds for anot-her night. ■
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Mauruse PubiEstonia pst. 8, Tallinn B2www.maurus.ee
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A day at the SPA in TallinnYou don’t need to travel far for a day of relaxation.
TEXT: KRISTINA LUPP, PHOTOS: ANDREI CHERTKOV
Spa culture in Estonia is by no
means a new phenomenon. The first spa dates back to 1824 in Kuresaare, after the benefits of curative sea mud were found. Today, there are hundreds of spas all over Estonia, but there are many spas right here in Tallinn as well. Enjoy a day of pampering, or
� Enjoy a wide array of spa treatments as well as different types of saunas and pools, including an outdoor pool open all year.
Aqua Spa (Tallink Spa & Conference Hotel) Sadama 11a, Tallinn
� This spa is one of the best in the city. You are taken care of as soon as you walk in, given a robe and led to lounge chair to wait for your treatment. Enjoy a sauna or a dip in the jacuzzi too.
Babor Spa, Narva mnt 5, Tallinn
� City Spa is one of the largest spas in the city. There is a fitness club, pool, and childcare facility. Enjoy a wide variety of treatments to relax and unwind.
City Spa, Rävala pst 4, Tallinn
� Relax with a massage, facial and much more at this Old Town day spa. It has a very cosy and comforting atmosphere, and is geared towards individual treat-ments rather than groups.
Day Spa, Vana-Posti 4, Tallinn Old Town
� This spa is the first spa in Estonia to offer ichthyotherapy, or fish therapy. Dozens of tiny fish swim in a bath around you to remove dead skin cells.
Afterwards you are left feeling relaxed and your skin is soft. Located near the Port of Tallinn.
Aloe Spa, Rotermanni 5, Tallinn
� Enjoy a small pool, jacuzzi, steam bath, and sauna as well as a wide variety of massages at this luxury spa in Tallinn’s Old Town.
Elemis Spa, (Hotel Telegraaf ), Vene 9, Tallinn Old Town
� This is another one of the larger spas in Tallinn. The complex has saunas, a salt chamber, pool, and solarium.
Meriton Grand Conference & Spa Hotel, Paldiski mnt 4, Tallinn
This unusual building was once a yachting centre, built for the 1980 Olympics. Today however, you can enjoy a variety of spa treatments, saunas, a small swimming pool and the beautiful surroundings of Pirita.
Pirita TOP Spa Hotel, Regati pst 1, Tallinn
Located in the heart of the Old Town, guests will be pampered, com-bining time-honoured techniques and modern spa technology.
Reval Day Spa, Pikk 7, Tallinn Old Town
Day Spas in Tallinn
Children can have fun at the day spa too! There are spas with water parks that both children and adults can enjoy. Some spas even offer spa treatments desig-ned for children. When making your booking, be sure to ask what your spa offers for children.
This spa is located just a little way out of Tallinn and has different pools, including a children’s pool and many different kinds of saunas.Viimsi Spa Hotel, Randvere tee 11, Viimsi� Located in the heart of Tallinn, this spa hotel has a great water park for children, and saunas for the adults.Kalev Spa Hotel & Waterpark, Aia 18, Tallinn
take your kids along to one of the waterparks. A few hours at the spa can be the perfect balance with a few hours of sightseeing.
In recent years Tallinn has seen a boom in day spas, and it seems that everywhere you look you see one. And that is not a bad thing! A day spa is all about relaxation and wellness. Come here for things like chocolate body wraps, hot stone
massage or simply a traditional massage. Most of the day spas in Tallinn offer facials, manicures and pedicures, as well as waxing. Many of the hotels also have day spas within their complexes. Whether in a hotel or in the Old Town, boo-kings are always recommended. ■
Babor Spa
Aloe Spa
Kalev Spa
At the spa with the kids
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Must-see sights of Tallinn
IN THE OLD TOWN:
■ The watchtowers of Suur-Kloostri and Väike-Kloostri allow access to Nunna Tower and from there, access to Sauna Tower and Kuldjala Tower.
■ Town Hall Square (Raekoda). Northern Europe’s best-preserved medieval town hall square was built at the beginning of the 1400s.
■ Built in 1246, St. Catherine’s Monastery (Püha Katariina klooster) is the oldest building in Tallinn.
■ Mustapeade House. Built in 1399 for the Brotherhood of Blackheads and is Tallinn’s only renaissance build-ing.
■ The Town Hall Pharmacy (Raeapteek) is one of Europe’s oldest pharmacies, which still operates in its original location in the Town Hall Square.
The name Tallinn originates from the Danish occupation (1219–).
1285 Tallinn joins the Hanseatic League.
1346 The Danish sell Tallinn to the German Order. Toompea was divided amongst princes and bourgeoisie in the upper-town and craftsmen in the lower-town.
1561 Tallinn goes to the Swedish.
1721 The Russians conquer Estonia and Tallinn.
1918 Estonia declares independence and Tallinn becomes its capital.
1939–44 Russians and Germans occupy Tallinn.
1944 The Soviet Army bombs Tallinn in March and causes extensive damage. 1400 people are killed.
1944–1991 Tallinn becomes a Soviet capital
and hosts the sailing competitions of the 1980 Moscow Olympics.
1991 Tallinn becomes the Estonian capital. In 1997, it is declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
2011 Tallinn is the European Capital of Culture along with Turu. Its population is estimated at 411,000: 53% Estonians, 38% Russians, 9% Other.
A quick history of the city of Tallinn
sightseeing in Tallinn
OUTSIDE OF THE OLD TOWN:
■ Freedom Square (Vabaduse väl-jak). This square holds great symbolic importance and is located just south of the Old Town. The pillar located at the edge of the square, consists of a large pedestal with the Cross of Liberty (Vabadusrist) placed on top. This monument reads: “Estonian War of Independence 1918–1920”. On its other side in a the Freedom Bell (Vabaduse kell).
■ Kadriorg Park. This area houses the Presidential Palace and the pal-ace of Peter the Great, where today the KUMU Art Museum stands. There are plenty of other things to see as well, in this beautiful and prestigious park. From the Kadriorg Palace head straight along the park trail to the Rusalka monument, located at the shore of the Gulf of Finland.
■ The Tallinn Song Festival Grounds (Tallinna lauluväljak). Built in 1960, this amphitheatre can hold more than 30 000 singers. These grounds played an important part of the process that led to the restoration of Estonian independence, the initial phase in the Singing Revolution.
■ The Ruins of St. Bridget’s Convent (Pirita Klooster). Located near Pirita Beach, this monastery was built in 1407 during the Swedish occupation. The convent was destroyed by Ivan the Terrible’s troops in 1577.
■ The Tallinn Botanical Gardens. 4,500 varieties of plants and 123 hec-tares of greenhouses, and parks, the Botanical Gardens are an oasis in the summer and winter.
■ Tallinn Zoo. Approximately 90 hectares, this zoo houses many rare
species as well as many large mam-mals, including elephants, polar bears, chimpanzees and rhinoceros. Located opposite the Rocca al Mare Shopping Centre.
■ Kalamaja District (Fish House) is the area to visit if you want to get a taste for old Tallinn. The wooden houses are typical of those built in the 1920s and 30s, during the first period of Estonian independence. In recent years, this area has become
quite bohemian, with many artists, and young entrepreneurs taking up residence here.
■ Patarei Prison gives an eerie glimpse into gloomy Soviet era pris-on life. For a small entrance fee you can take a self-guided tour through the dark halls of this old sea fortress that has served as barracks, and then as a prison during Soviet times.
Tallinn’s Old Town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.
Town Hall Square
Town Hall Pharmacy
The snow-covered Song Festival Grounds
Toompea Castle
Patarei Prison
The old town of Tallinn is divided into a lower and upper part. The lower town was inhabited by hanse-atic traders and the upper town, or Toompea was inhabited by nobility.
The lower part of Tallinn’s Old Town can be seen from viewing plat-forms at Toompea. The best view of Toompea is from the tower of St. Olaf’s Church.
■ 1 Kohtu PlatformThe Kohtu street platform offers the best view of the Old Town and is a must-see. After a visit to the platform, the likelihood of getting lost in the labyrinth-like streets of the lower town is smaller. The impressive tower of the Niguliste Church seems at arms length. The gracious spire of the medieval City Hall has an Oriental touch and resembles that of the Pühavaimu Church (Church of Holy Spirit). The red tiled roofs with white edges are characteristic of Tallinn.
■ 2 Patkul PlatformThe Patkul platform shows both a view of St Olaf’s Church, and part of the city wall. The church used to be even taller in medieval times and was actually the tallest building in the world in its time. Nowhere else can you see the city wall from a better angel. The harbour and the sea are lying just in front. The Patkul stairs take you more or less to the city cen-tre, and to the Tallinn railway station. Take a look to the left, and parallel with the platform you will see the pillars of Stenbock Palace, the seat of the Estonian government. Tallinn
Tallinn with a view■ 3 Kiriku PlatformThe platform at the end of Kiriku Street faces west and offers a view of splendid and romantic sunsets. The area is more genuine, calm, and bohemian than around other plat-forms.
■ 4 Best of both worldsClimb the stairs of the St Olaf Church and you will discover not only the lower town beneath but also the magnificent palaces facing the slopes of the Toompea Hill, and the upper town.
■ 5 Toompea Castle and Pikk Hermann Tower.The Toompea Tower (15th cen-tury) and the blue, black, and white Estonian flag signify independence and freedom for Estonians. The 46-meter tower is best seen if you walk downhill from Lossi plats square along Falgi Street. Now, turn around, look up and the impressive wall of the medieval fortification with the Pikk Hermann (Tall Hermann) will greet you!
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■ Useful Phrases
please ...........................................palunthank you ...................................aitäh, tänanexcuse me ..................................vabandagehello..............................................tere, tervistgood morning ..........................tere hommikustgood day.....................................tere päevastgood evening............................tere õhtustgood night .................................head öödgoodbye .....................................nägemist, head aegaall the best..................................kõike head, kõike paremathave a good trip .......................head reisibon appetite ............................. jätku leiba, head isu cheers, to your health ............terviseks
How much does this cost? ............. kui palju see maksab?Do you have…? .................................. kas teil on? on teil?where is… ............................................ kus on…What is this?......................................... mis see on?What does this mean? ..................... mida see tähendab?How are you? (formal)...................... kuidas elate?How are you? (informal) .................. kuidas läheb?not bad .................................................. pole viga!nice to see you/to meet you .......... rõõm teid näha, meeldiv kohtudait was nice meeting you .................. oli meeldiv tutvudaWhat time is it? ................................... palju kell on?I do not speak Estonian, Russian .. mina ei oska eesti (vene) keeltDo you speak English? ..................... kas te räägite inglise keelt?/Swedish/Finnish/German? ........... /rootsi/soome/saksa keelt?
1 January –New Year’s Day
24 February –Independence Day
Easter Good Friday1 May – Spring Holiday;
Pentecost;
23 June – Victory Day;
24 June – Midsummer’s Day;
20 August – Re-independence Day;
24 December – Christmas Eve;
25 December – Christmas Day;
26 December –
Boxing Day
The work day preceding
New Year’s Day,
Independence Day, Victory
Day, and Christmas Day is
reduced by three hours.
2012/2013 School HolidaysChristmas break 22 December, 2012 -
6 January, 2013
Spring break 16-24 March, 2013Summer break 5 June - 31 August, 2013
Holidays
How to make a phone call in Estonia, from Estonia, to Estonia
■ Using a mobile phone from Estonia to make a call to
another country:
+ (country code)(phone number)
■ When calling Estonia, enter country code +372, and then
the phone number. For example +372 2 222 222.
■ When calling from within Estonia, the country code may
be omitted. For example, 777 7777.
WIFI Networks
There are over 1000 wireless hotspots listed at www.wifi.ee.
Estonia is known for its extensive network of free internet
hotspots. For example, in Tallinn there are 185 and most of
them are marked in green, meaning they can be used free of
charge. The Viru Shopping Centre, as well as many hotels and
bars also offer free connections. In some places, a password
may be required to access the free network.
If you are in need of a constant internet connection, it
may be best to purchase a pre-paid plan from a mobile ser-
vice provider.
Event Tickets
Tickets for events and concerts in Estonia are sold at Piletilevi,
Piletimaailm, and Ticketpro.
Piletilevi (www.piletilevi.ee)
On-line purchases require login. Sales outlets can be found
in shopping centres, and at Statoil petrol stations.
Piletimaailm (www.piletimaailm.com) The website is avail-
able in Estonian only and sells theatre tickets. Sales outlets
can be found in theatres and supermarkets.
Ticketpro (www.ticketpro.ee) Sales outlets can be found
in post officesand at the Solaris Shopping Centre.
Accepted in nearly 100 loca-
tions, the Tallinn Card gives you
free entrance and discounts.
Tallinn Card is available at: Tallinn Tourist Information Kiosks,
Kullassepa 4/Niguliste 2, from
A and D terminals at the Port of
Tallinn, as well as in many Tallinn
hotels. www.tallinncard.ee.
TOURIST INFORMATION
Tallinn: Niguliste 2/Kullassepa 4, Tallinn
Tartu: Raekoda plats 1A, Tartu
Pärnu: Uus 4, Pärnu
Narva: Peetri plats 3, Narva
Rakvere: Laada 14, Rakvere
Järvamaa: Keskväljak 8, Paide
Räpina: Kooli 1, Räpina
Jõgeva: Suur 3, Jõgeva
Saaremaa: Tallinna 2, Kuressaare
Hiiumaa: Hiiu 1, Kärdla
Haapsalu: Karja 15, Haapsalu
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