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Tallinn region was settled on the shores of the Gulf of Finland by the Finno-Ugric people already about 3500 years ago.

By the 10th century ancient Tallinn was known as a port and marketplace among Scandinavian and Russian merchants. To protect the port a wooden fortress was built on the limestone cliff.

1154 Arabian cartographer al - Idrisi marked Tallinn on his world map.

In 13th century the Knights of the Sword from Germany expanded to the eastern part of the Baltic Sea. Estonia became christianised and part of the European culture and economic life.

The Danish Period: 1219-1346
In 1219 the Danes led by King Waldemar II, conquered Tallinn and Northern Estonia.
Hence the name Tallinn was derived: Taani linn (Danish city).
On Dome Hill (Toompea), the new stone fortress, and the Dome Church as a symbol of Christianity were built.
A populated city developed at the foot of Toompea. During the Danish period, a street network developed within the city walls that has remained to the present day. A town hall, guild houses, churches and convents, storehouses and defensive structures were built.

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Tallinn (Estonia) - Virtual Reality tour

Tallinn is the capital city of Estonia and an ideal holiday destination if you want to combine the comforts of modern world, versatile nightlife and luxurious adventures with rich cultural scene, historic settings and making the most of you travel.

The vast majority of travelers come to Estonia through Tallinn, the capital city, either by plane, train, bus or driving, making it the most international city in Estonia.

With half a million citizens, Tallinn is hardly a world metropolis. However: short distances and low traffic are advantages to cherish. Whether you have only few hours or few days, you get to experience a lot. Medieval Tallinn Old Town, one of the best preserved Hanseatic town centres in the world, is just a short walk away from the city business centre with its skyscrapers, modern hotels, luxurious restaurants and shopping malls.

In 2011, Tallinn takes on its role as European Capital of Culture, giving the city a chance to showcase the best of its creative spirit to the rest of the world.

Digital tallinn - city guide offering a brief description of the city, photo tour, works of Estonian artists and an interactive virtual tour (QTVR) of the Old Town. Webcamera shows a realtime video feed.

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Tallinn (Estonia) - Virtual Reality tour