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Estonia is becoming increasingly popular as a destination for tourists and Tallinn is a fine example of why. With beautiful architecture leaving a reminder of the days of the Imperialistic past, places of great importance today to its proud people, coupled with a wide range of hotels Tallinn has something to offer everyone.

To get a glimpse into the past and the extravagance of the Tsars, as well as having a thoroughly enjoyable day out, visitors will not want to miss the spectacular Kadriorg Palace which was originally designed in 1718 by Niccolo Michetti for Peter The Great as a gift to his wife Catherine I. The building is an elegant and very grand baroque palace which is set in beautifully maintained formal gardens. A fine collection of furniture and artwork makes the Palace a unique insight and a rewarding day out.

Many of the hotels Tallinn offers its visitors are within easy reach of many of the sights and shopping districts. Places to stay can be found to suit most pockets from simple guest houses to luxurious hotels catering for the increase in tourists. The restaurants and hotels Tallinn boasts are keen to offer visitors authentic cuisine showing off their Estonian national dishes. Sauerkraut, eel, jellied pork, blood sausage and pea soup are all on offer and a range of medieval recipes and high end dining can be found.

For those seeking out keepsakes and gifts for friends and family the famous Rotermann Quarter with its stunning modern buildings is the first port of call. Here the traditional marzipan crafts are shown off and many famous confectioners vie for the attention of visitors showing off skills including painting highly detailed marzipan figurines by hand. The picturesque St Catherine's passage hosts a number of artisans working in glass which is another of the region's famous skills. A popular time to visit is around Christmas when the town bustles with a traditional Christmas market.

Some parts of Tallinn are well preserved and a testament to the town's proud medieval past. Networks of fascinating underground passages crisscross beneath the town and some of the more well-known are open to visitors. Many of the tunnels go back to the time when the region was under Swedish rule in the 15th century and were important as strategic defense. The ancient town wall is considered one of the finest remaining examples in Europe and makes a lovely place to walk. Its construction began in the 11th century and carried through to the 16th century leaving a fairy-tale ambiance of turrets and towers. The town hall square has been a popular meeting place for centuries and has many quaint shops and comfortable cafes and bars ready to give those who need a rest somewhere to recoup their energies. In the past it has been the place locals have held their market and has even seen an execution, supposedly arising from someone being served a bad omelet and marked by a compass set into a round stone.

Another destination of this period is the impressive Toompea Castle which towers over the town from its limestone cliff perch. It has been constantly used by ruling factions that have come and gone throughout history and is now the home of the Estonian parliament. Toompea Hill boasts the medieval church known as Toomkirik or Dome church. This cathedral dedicated to St Mary the Virgin is visited by hundreds and is a mix of different styles resulting from its almost constant building since the 1200s. Its main attraction is its baroque tower and dome. Another interesting sight is the church of St Olav which has an impressive spire. Over the years it has actually been the cause of great destruction while trying to act as a beacon for ships as it has been repeatedly struck by lightning. This has caused the spire to be completely destroyed by fire no less than three times.

Estonia's recent past is just as important and the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds and Freedom Square represent a modern independent Estonia. Freedom Square was officially returned to the people in 2009. Always an important gathering and meeting place it remains a popular spot next to the old town and many of the hotels Tallinn offers. The Tallinn Song Grounds are dear to the people and was the place that many consider to have been the start of the revolution that brought independence with a great musical demonstration against Soviet rule.

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