Our last port of call was a place I knew little about before this trip. Tallinn is the capital of this charming little country that has spent quite a bit of it's history controlled by others. Most recently it was part of the Soviet Eastern Block until they gained their freedom in the 'Singing Revolution'. That's right, this peace loving nation gathered in the venue where they hold their song festival and showed the Soviets they would be controlled no more.
The old town dates to the medivel times with a walled city that was very reminiscent of castles we saw in France. There are beautiful views of the sea from the top of the wall and the streets are lined with quaint shops and sidewalk cafes. Our historic walking tour included a Lutheran Church( of course) and various government buildings.
While we barely heard about the Soviets while in Russia, our tour guide mentioned almost constantly how much better off they were once the Soviets were gone. Their buildings were nicer, education better and they could finally speak their minds. The national pride was refreshing. Oh, and did I mention that their very popular President hails from New Jwrsey!
While only a short stop, I was totally charmed by this jewel on the Baltic,
The old town dates to the medivel times with a walled city that was very reminiscent of castles we saw in France. There are beautiful views of the sea from the top of the wall and the streets are lined with quaint shops and sidewalk cafes. Our historic walking tour included a Lutheran Church( of course) and various government buildings.
While we barely heard about the Soviets while in Russia, our tour guide mentioned almost constantly how much better off they were once the Soviets were gone. Their buildings were nicer, education better and they could finally speak their minds. The national pride was refreshing. Oh, and did I mention that their very popular President hails from New Jwrsey!
While only a short stop, I was totally charmed by this jewel on the Baltic,
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