Tallinn

Few cities in the Baltic region have a history as closely tied to Hanseatic trade as Tallinn. Estonia’s capital sits on the Gulf of Finland, where the limestone rise of Toompea overlooks the compact Old Town. Merchant wealth shaped this medieval centre: the Great Guild Hall recalls its trading past, while substantial sections of defensive wall and watchtowers still mark its edges. The UNESCO-listed Old Town is also a working urban district, with government institutions on Toompea and cafés, galleries and daily life in its narrow streets. East of the centre, Kadriorg Palace was commissioned by Peter the Great. Find related webcams in the surrounding area to build a fuller picture of Tallinn and the Harju County coast.

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