Where to go for the New Year: Tallinn
Celebrating the New Year from Russians andRussian-speaking residents of other countries always cause a kind of fabulous feeling. And it does not matter how old you are, the expectation of gifts and joy in the New Year's Eve distinguish this wonderful family holiday from all the others.
New Year Tallinn you will surely rememberforever, because this is a real journey into a fairy tale! Needless to say, Estonia itself becomes even more beautiful in the winter, presenting all its residents and guests with a measured temper. In the woods a white blanket spreads, and the streets of all cities simply sparkle with colored lights.
The central square of the capital of Estonia and othercities turns into a huge fair. All this together makes an indelible fairytale impression on any tourist who decided to go to Tallinn for the New Year.
Tallinn. Streets on New Year's Eve
The center of the capital of Estonia is the Old Town, inin particular - Town Hall Square. In this place, as was recently mentioned, Christmas is held for the New Year. It is worth noting that Tallinn's appearance is very similar to the medieval European small towns.
In the central square you can buy varioushandmade souvenirs, scented candles, decorations for Christmas trees and apartments for the New Year, mittens and sweaters of a variety of colors, as well as dishes of Estonian cuisine and wine in a hot form. You can not ignore the old city of Tallinn. After all, here is the most beautiful place for long unhurried walks at any time of the year.
And already in the New Year and Christmas time herein a very special way. Beautiful streets, paved with stone, which houses houses, churches and castles from the Middle Ages. A lot of cafes and small restaurants. For fans of skating annually pour a large ice rink in front of the Cathedral of St. Nicholas.
New Year in Tallinn
Tallinn is also interesting in winter for others: here you can do various kinds of winter sports. In addition to skating, in the Estonian capital there are also tracks designed for snowboarding, sledges and skis. There are both children's and more complex routes for adults.
All this can be found on the Singing Field. Next to this landmark is the park "Kadriorg", in which any child will certainly be happy to ride on the slides, attractions. There are snacks and drinks and food.
What else to see in Tallinn?
Quarter of Rotermann in the old part of the cityattracts not only its special architecture, but also the creative atmosphere - it is here that galleries are located where anyone can admire beautiful paintings and other similar objects of fine art. In the quarter there is a shop where Estonian sweets are sold, in particular, marzipan, so beloved by Estonians.
How to get to Tallinn?
Variants, how to get there or fly to the fairy-tale Estonian capital, a few:
- By plane from Moscow or St. Petersburg to Tallinn. The fastest way to get there.
- By train from Leningradsky railway station (Moscow) or from St. Petersburg.
- A ferry from St. Petersburg.
- By bus from St. Petersburg.
Tip: try to go to Tallinn in a few daysbefore the New Year, and even book tickets and even more to book a room in a hotel or hostel is better in a few months - there are a lot of tourists from Russia in Tallinn, so you risk spending too much on travel and accommodation, because prices for the New Year are invariably jumping. Not a very good idea will go to Estonia on December 30 evening by bus.
Optimum: On the 27-29th of the day, go to Tallinn. So you can relax after a trip or flight and with new strength to meet the long-awaited winter holiday!
New Year in Tallinn is loved no less thanCatholic Christmas. Celebration on the streets is always noisy and fun. Some residents manage to celebrate the New Year 4 times: in Moscow and Estonian time, and then, in 2 weeks - similarly in the old calendar. Come to Tallinn for the New Year and you will definitely want to get there again!
Author: Katerina Sergeenko
