6. Bastion Tunnels
What once functioned as a prison, war/bomb shelter and a shelter for the homeless is now a major tourist museum attraction in Tallinn. These underground limestone-tunnels now feature various paintings, sculptures along their way, each telling the historical relevance of the place. A trip here is literally ‘a walk down the memory lane.
7. Glehn Castle
Established in a romantic setting, this 19thcentury stone castle was constructed as a residence but later converted into a cultural space for hosting meetings, events, and exhibitions. The Castle sits in the center of the Glehn Park, which was also designed by the owner himself. The park features several stone display structures, ruins of a greenhouse, and an observatory.
8. The Linnahall
Built as a Sports Arena for the 1980 Olympics, this concrete amphitheater is still occasionally used to host events and shows for the public. Designed to act as a link between the harbor and the city, this low-rise structure features a staircase on the exterior façade, that connects the base to the roof of the buildings, that acts as an observational deck.
9. Museum Of Estonian Architecture
The diverse history of Estonia is well documented and displayed inside this huge-stone building in Tallinn. The Museum has an exhaustive archive of drawings and design projects from the 1920s; as well as from the Soviet and later contemporary ages. Apart from housing open exhibitions, the museum also hosts seminars and workshops for the budding architects.
10. St. Olaf’s Church
With its history dating back to early 12thCentury, this church was once the tallest structure in the whole of Europe. Now after several restorations (being struck by lightning, and burning down three times), the Church still holds tremendous religious significance and attracts visitors throughout the year. It is the 124M high Gothic spire that makes the whole structure stand out.
