A tour of TALLINN, Estonia - My Favourite City in the World!
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- Hi everyone! This is episode nine of my Baltics plus Finland series in which I travel to Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Finland. In this video, I explore the capital of Estonia, namely Tallinn.
I've had the privilege of visiting Tallinn twice before - in 2008 and 2012 - and I have some wonderful memories of the Estonian capital from those previous visits. It is therefore my absolute privilege to explore this city with you on my third visit and I hope that it gives you but a tiny glimpse of the magic of this part of the world, through my camera lens.
The vlog starts with me meeting some locals outside the iconic Viru Gate who spotted the camera and greeting me in truly friendly Estonian style and reminding me of the hospitality of this wonderful country. I briefly talk more about the Viru Gate which presents a magnificent entrance to the Old Town. I then walk down Viru Street towards the Town Centre and give more information about Estonia, including its geography and proximity to Finland as we stroll past the Helsinki Karaoke Bar and Sauna Street. I then notice the prices of some clothes in the Old Town clothes shops - after deciding it is too expensive for me, I instead visit an Eesti Handcraft Shop where we learn more about the Estonian flag, the history of Marzipan and Estonian woodwork with a technological edge. I also try my luck at solving the Estonian Magic Box, the Estonian equivalent of the Rubik's Cube - see how I get along!
I then head out to the area around the Olde Hansa, an iconic restaurant in the Old Town, where I sample some Estonian almonds from an Estonian market trader. I also spot an opportunity to recreate some photos I took on my trips in 2008 and 2012, and give information about the size of Estonia and Tallinn.
Still at the Olde Hansa, I talk about the Town Hall and the legend of Old Thomas, the weather vane situated on top of the Town Hall's spire. Following this, I briefly explore the Christmas markets in the Town Square and mention the controversial debate regarding Christmas trees in the Baltics...
With daylight fastly deteriorating, I decide to explore more of the Old Town and walk towards Toompea, the limestone hill featuring several medieval structures, government buildings and iconic viewing platforms. On the way, I pass the St. Nicholas Church and talk about Tallinn's contribution during the Moscow Summer Olympics of 1980. I also talk about Estonia's success in the sport of wife carrying and their rivalry with the Fins!
I then arrive at Freedom Square featuring the War of Independence Victory column (the full name is The Cross of Liberty and the Monument to the War of Independence) and St. John's Church, and notice several artificial Christmas trees in the square which gives it a real festive edge. I talk more about the history of Estonia, including the Danish period after the Battle of Lyndanise, the German Period during which Reval (the former name of Tallinn) became Protestant, as well the subsequent Swedish and Russian Periods. I also visit the Victory Column and notice the interesting design of glass plates.
I then head up to Toompea and talk about my travel experience to Tallinn in 2012 in the snow, before arriving at Kiek in de Kök, the iconic artillery tower. I walk along the city walls where I pass Maiden Tower and then arrive at the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Orthodox cathedral built during the Russian period. This cathedral is situated opposite the Estonian parliament, known as the Riigikogu - watch why this is actually quite ironic!
Following this, I walk past embassies and other official buildings, as well as the iconic Cathedral of Saint Mary the Virgin. I then decide to head out to the lookout point where I took one of my all-time favourite travel photos, but I can't remember the exact route. I walk past Stenbock House and get to the outside of the Patkuli Viewing Platform, but this does not feel like the spot. Passing tourists confirm that there are other smaller viewing platforms, which I suspect "my" plaform fall under, so I set of in search of that one. I finally arrive there and get to experience the magic all over again! I also share more information about the iconic St. Olaf's Church which one can see clearly from the platform.
I decide to check out the Patkuli Viewing Platform to compare the views, after which I return to ground level where I also end the vlog - but not before reminding you to stay tuned for more Tallinn adventures, as there is so much more to see and experience!
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Happy exploring!
Willie
Ive always wanted to visit the Baltics especially Estonia. Looks majestic in winter
And I’d love to visit Iceland!
Do yourself a favour and go, my friend! Cheers for watching and commenting
@@martinkoitmae6655 you should do that! Check out my Iceland videos if you want to get some ideas :)
@@willieexplore I most definitely will check them out!
First things to see in Tallinn...some russians and kebab...
Haha a great place, thanks for watching!
Exactly. I doubt it that Maksim and Jekaterina are Estonians (that they actually identify themselves as Estonians). Estonian citizens, maybe, probably. But this is a different thing. As for kebab, the Mac Donalds right there is a hundred time worse. It just has loads of Russian speaking (pre)teens who just use the place for free internet and to load their phones. Why the security lets them just sit there like that, never ordering anything, taking up space from potentially paying customers, I dont know.
Basically, the entire Viru street is something Estonians avoid. It is a mixture of kebabs, Russian teenagers, Finnish karaoke bars and all sorts of bullshit that have no place in the UNESCO world heritage sight main street. Please, people, just go beyond the tourist traps, they are all bullshit, everywhere in the world. Go explore a bit further and you will find the real old wown. On the other hand, better dont, that will leave me more room without noisy tourists.
Just saying that neither kebabs or Russian teens or Finns and their karaoke bars are bad as such. If this is how you understand me then you are just stupid
Lovely young people. What’s the problem I don’t understand🤔
@@delmarmees they were very friendly to me, which is all that counts
53 minutes of Tallinn, lovely. I'm also impressed of your knowledge on Estonia's history.
But I must comment on the sauna thing as I did under the last video :). 3:45 I'm very curious about where you have gotten this information. I have never seen any Estonian who makes a connection between sauna and spa nor have I seen Estonians who specifically go to the spa to sauna, if they want to go to the sauna, they, surprise surprise, go to their own sauna. Also, I very much doubt that there is an argument for the fact that Finns use sauna in a more traditional way. If anything, it is the Estonians who do that, as in Estonia, the chimneyless smoke sauna (one of the oldest "versions" of the sauna) is still very widely used, unlike in Finland, where electric saunas have become more and more popular.
Thanks for watching and commenting Rupsikas, I think I should refer to you as my sauna viewer from now on 😉 As for my information I give in vlogs, I consult many online sources but also talk with locals. As for the sauna being a “spa” thing, I was told the Estonian smoke sauna has wider benches as people want to lie down, so the aim is very much to pamper yourself, like being in a spa. I was also informed that Estonians, in general, view the sauna as a much more social experience than the Finns, who often stay completely quiet or silent during their sauna sessions and stick to their tried and tested methods. The website Visit Estonia refers to the sauna as “Estonia’s original social network”, and the website FoundInEstonia also mentions that people in Estonia “love to mix up their traditions, try out new things and experience new things”. So that’s what I meant. Perhaps “traditional” was not the best choice of word from my side - in fact, I tried to find out where the first sauna-like practices took place, and the answer is not as clear-cut as you might think (even though “sauna” is a Finnish word; in fact the only Finnish word in the English language). The Turkish, Russians and Koreans are but a few examples of others who have a long history of embracing steam or sweat. But this is where conversations like hours are great and I appreciate your engagement and extra information on this topic! Of course, it would be great if the Finns could respond to this as well 😊
@@willieexplore The sauna culture is common to all Finnic people and the word itself is considered to be about 5000 years old (Estonian and Finnish languages separated about 2000-2500 years ago). The Sauna Street has no connection to Finland, there used to be many public saunas in medieval times.
@@synnest thanks for watching and commenting; I guess it must be annoying to Estonians that the rest of the world associate saunas with Finland!
I'm glad to hear that Tallinn is your favorite city! Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is a charming and historic city. Whether you're interested in medieval architecture, cultural experiences, or simply enjoying the local atmosphere, Tallinn has something for everyone. Enjoy your tour!
I have a real connection with Tallinn that is hard to express in words. Sometimes you just know, hey! Thanks for watching and supporting my channel :)
@@willieexplore That's amazing to hear! I can completely understand how certain places can resonate with us deeply. It's great that Tallinn holds such a special place in your heart. Keep creating great content, and I'll always be here to support your channel!
@MiracoloItaliano2.0 I'm sorry to hear that you had a negative experience in the Baltic region. It's important to note that travel experiences can vary from person to person, and everyone has their own preferences and perspectives. While some may find certain areas to be depressive or lacking young people, others may appreciate the region's history, architecture, or cultural aspects. Additionally, it's worth considering that economic factors, political situations, or specific times of the year can influence the atmosphere in a particular place. Nonetheless, if you felt sad or disappointed during your visit, it's understandable how that could affect your perception of the region.
Hey Willie . I am very impressed with Tallinn what an awesome city packed with so much history there specially the medieval castle and the old churches wow
I will definitely visit Estonia one day I also like the estonian flag It's so cool
It's always good to recreate memories too bad we can't go back in time
keep it up man 🔥🔥💪👍
Hello my friend, thanks for watching and engaging as always. I would totally recommend anyone to visit this part of the world. The flag is very interesting, yes! Hope all is well on your side
@@willieexploreEverything is good brother thanks for asking 👍
Relax at Pirita Beach, a beautiful stretch of sand along the Baltic Sea. It's a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll or enjoying some beach time.
Lol, the first guy was not Estonian - he was clearly Russian.
Who knows, but at the end of the day, who cares?
@@willieexplore "Maxim" is not an Estonian, but a Russian. We don't like Russians here.
he was talking in Russian and had Russian name and accent. I honestly found it funny. Recalled a joke that foreigners think Estonian sounds like Russian ( it actually does not sound anything like that, English is closer to Russian than Estonian is) cause Estonians are too introverted to talk. So if anyone comes to Tallinn, they are far more likely to see Russians talking and interact with local russians. @@willieexplore
@@minaolenella869 that is interesting, as a foreigner I would never have guessed that! Appreciate you watching my videos :)
We care. The actual Estonians care. If you are not Estonian, do not claim to be one. Really simple. The Russians are making a very strong point about not not integrating. Estonians are Estonians and Russians are Russians And it will always be so. The Republic of Estonia was created, according to our constitution, to maintain and protect Estonian language and culture. This is the point of the country. Of course, it does not mean that other languages and cultures are forbidden. They are not. But the entire Russia, one of the biggest countries in the world, is full of Russians and Russian speakers. Why come to Estonia to film them, you can do that in Russia. And coming to Estonia would just lose its point. This country is first and foremost for Estonian language and culture to survive. If you dont care about that then why would you even come here? For cheap alcohol and cheap Russian women? @@willieexplore
As Estonian I didn't know the story about Old Thomas (Vana Toomas). Thanks for telling! 😃
You are most welcome! Thank you for watching my videos and for commenting!
It certainly is beautiful there, Willie. The whole place was like a film set and I loved all the pastel colours. You definitely showcased it well and again the snow added some magic to the place too.😊
A film set is a good description, Sheila! Just love this part of the world and it was like I experienced 2012 all over again. Thanks as always for your support!
This stunning orthodox cathedral is known for its distinctive onion domes and intricate mosaics. The interior is equally impressive, showcasing beautiful religious artwork.
Almost every Estonian has a sauna in their home and we do it at least twice a week. in a very traditional way
Good for you! Judging by your mood, you might want to take one now.
@@willieexplore i actually did when is sent it:)
@@jarek6934 Haha! Good good!
Эти "эстонские люди", которых Ты показываешь в первых кадрах не эстонцы. Я - русский и вижу, что это туристы из России. Они говорят по-русски, называют свои русские имена и с трудом понимают твои английские фразы. Они ведут себя, как все юные ребята впервые попавшие в Эстонию - это поведение щенят на выгуле. Радость, восторг...
Потом они приедут сюда на танках и превратят древний город в руины. Другого они не умеют.
Ok, Jacob. Glad you enjoyed the rest of the video. Thanks for watching!
В Эстонии есть люди, которые родились в Эстонии и говорят по-русски! еще от родителей, это же и была часть СССР в прошлом.
You deserve some candy from Old Thomas after this great vlog! Great history coverage. Thank you!
Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it! More Tallinn videos coming soon
Step back in time at the Estonian Open Air Museum, located in a picturesque coastal area. Explore traditional rural architecture, visit farmhouses, and experience Estonian folk culture.
The Danish era was not a single period. Tallinn was occupied by the German knights in 1228-1237, and in that time, a lot of ethnic Germans moved to the town. It is believed that despite of the return of the Danish power, the Danish and other Scandinavians were outnumbered by the Germans since then. Not that exceptional actually, even Stockholm had a period when the ethnic Germans formed a majority there, despite of not ruling the area. As Denmark seemed to lack manpower, a lot of German knights got into Danish Estonia as vassals of Denmark as well, but their actual loyalty remained questionable. Finally, Denmark sold Northern Estonia to the Teutonic Order in 1347, likely realizing that they are going to lose it one way or another.
The history of sauna is believed to be about 3000 years old here. 1500 years ago, most of Finland was still inhabited by the Saami, and the population of Finland surpassed the population of Estonia only about 500 years ago. As during the Soviet era, Estonia was pretty much closed to the outer world, Finland was representing the common heritage, including the sauna, as purely their own. In fact, the more traditional smoke sauna survived in Estonia only (though it is revived in Finland nowadays as well).
According to my sources, the Duchy of Estonia or Danish Estonia existed from 1219-1346. As I said at the town walls, it would be interesting to see to what extent, if any, there was German / Danish cooperation in those days, especially when Reval became part of the Hanseatic League in 1285. As for the sauna bit, I'm sure you have a lot of banter with the Finns ;)
@@willieexplore In the period of conquest, the relations were rather hostile, as the Order had planned to conquer it all. After the conquest of Estonia was completed, the Order occupied the Danish lands as well in 1228, but with a treaty from 1238, the lands were returned to Denmark. But, most of the German colonists remained.
Tallinn was granted Riga City Rights not later than in 1238 and Lübeck City Rights in 1248, granting it quite a lot of authority in internal affairs, and in the City Council, the ethnic Germans were dominating. The Lower Town ruled by the City Council, and the Upper Town (Toompea), ruled first by the Danes and later by the Order, developed in fact as separate towns. Their relations turned hostile from time to time, so the Lower Town built a wall to separate it from Toompea.
@@forgottenmusic1 great context and insights. Truly fascinating history in this part of the world. Thanks for engaging!
The most popular visa program in the world - Digital Nomad Visa - was invented by Estonia.
That's so interesting, Stan! Thanks for sharing with us
In the first seconds... although maybe having estonian passports... they are not estonian". No estonian will come up to you and start screaming. Either russians (estonian russians as we say) or drunk youngsters😂
I didn't know you can say someone is not from a certain part of the world based on how they approach someone with a camera, but thanks for letting me know ;)
Hi, Willie! I can see why this is your favourite world city - extraordinary place and people!
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, Jasper! This place occupies a spot of stratospheric proportions in my heart
Climb to the top of St. Olaf's Church for breathtaking views of Tallinn. The church has a fascinating history, and its tower was once the tallest building in the world.
amazing brother, wish I was there.. this place is next on my list for sure. You're progressing so well my friend and your videos are perfect, travel agents and tourist places should hire you..!! speak to you soon Willie ❤👍📸
Cheers a lot brother, that means a lot to me! See soon my friend
Hello Willie, I don’t know if you remember me but I bumped into you at the Christmas market in Riga last month, I’m Adam from Peterborough and I got your UA-cam channel name off you when we met. Ever since I met you I’ve shown my dad and my brother your videos and I’ve been watching your journey across the Baltic region. Keep up the good videos mate!
Hi Adam, I certainly remember you! Thanks for all your support my friend, really appreciate it. I hope these videos also bring back memories of your own travels to this beautiful part of the world. That Riga Christmas market was pretty special. Have a good one!
@@willieexplore Thanks Willie. I’m planning on going to Tallinn next December for the Christmas markets and to experience the city in the winter. I’ve never been before so your videos are giving me a taste of what it will be like👍
@@adamhawkridge8399 that's great, you will not be disappointed!
We were lucky to be there in early summer,and could go into most of the stunning churches!
And the beautiful gardens on the pavements,and also in the parks!!
One whole day we walked inside the wall which protects the city....
Enjoy your winter,but not for me!!! I am freezing here ,just watching you!❤❤❤
From a hot Hout Bay!🔆🔆
Cheers Emmerentia, thanks for sharing your Baltics memories here with us! Summer definitely a different experience in the Baltics. Geniet vir Houtbaai!
Amazing to see these beautiful Baltic countries, and learn of their history. Some of the buildings have fascinating charm. Thank you Willie: Kiwi from Virginia
Thank you Swanoaks, glad you enjoyed this video! Hope all is well in the Land of the Silver Fern
@@willieexplore I believe NZ is having a lot of rain this year. As I am here in Virginia.
@@Swanoaks yes of course!
Start your journey in the heart of Tallinn, the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Explore the cobblestone streets, medieval buildings, and charming squares. Don't miss the iconic Toompea Castle and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
Its better to come in summer time. People of the world You are very welcomed! 🎉
I've been to Tallinn in summer and in winter, and they are both fabulous experiences! Thanks for watching and supporting my channel :)
Wow, glad to see you are enjoying Estonia!
Thanks Martin! Impossible not to enjoy Tallinn. More videos to come soon!
The heart of the Old Town, the square is surrounded by colorful buildings, outdoor cafes, and the impressive Town Hall. It's a lively spot, hosting events and markets throughout the year.
@@PoisonelleMisty4311 absolutely! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment :)
Really great share. Thank you for showing the world with well researched dialogue. 🙏👍
Thank you very much for your kind words! Really appreciate your support!
Een van jou beste video's. Pragtig.
Baie dankie, dit is wonderlik om te hoor! Ek waardeer :)
The purple chocolate is the best one, you made the right choice
It's the only one I tried! I have to return to sample the others. Thanks for watching!
47:15 the plaque signifies the original home of Elfriede Lender, a pioneering pedagogue and a proponent of women's education, the founder and the head mistress of a prestigious girls grammar school which bore her name.
Cheers! Appreciate it
they are russians not Estonians in the very beginning... Maksim,,,,🤣
How do you know? He could have an Estonian father and Russian mother?
@@willieexplore I know....trust me.
A special request from a half Estonian, would it be at all possible that you could show us the Sea front a bit?? Many Thanks! 🙏
I will definitely be showing a bit of the water, as I need to get to Helsinki somehow? ;)
@@willieexplore I can’t thank you enough! And for this beautiful coverage of Tallinn! My Fathers family fled Estonia in 1942 to Sweden when he was just 2. The ship behind theirs got shot down and sank! Dramatic escape! Both he and I grew up in Sweden, but experienced a bit of Estonian culture,although not enough, thanks to the family. I haven’t been to Estonia yet!
Willie Goeie Video! Groete
Dankie my ou maat, hoop dit gaan goed daar in Lima!
Willie baie goed!Dankie!@@willieexplore
The Town hall Square is even nicer after the market is packed up. Then all the christmas trees from all over old town are brought here, the big one also remains. They are all lit up (not in a cheesy way but a typically Nordic laconic way) And lit up sculptures are added, sculptures of our different animals (wolves, foxes, deer, squirrels etc) So we have a lit of magic Nordic forest here for the rest of the winter. A lot better than the market, selling Russian soup and Russian matrjoschkas
Good to know, cheers
OMG !!! Tallin is so Beautiful, I had no idea! And proper snow ❄️ aswell!! (Wait until you get to Finland 😂)! I didn’t know about all the history! Now I will Definitely have to visit Tallin and Estonia!
Thank you very much, my half-Estonian friend! You should absolutely visit this wonderful part of the world :)
Tallinn, not Tallin. Double N. This is important for two reasons. Firstly, the Russians spelt it with one n in Soviet times and we want nothing to do with that time. Secondly, Tallinn literally means Danish city. Linn means city. Lin means absolutely nothing. Although I would prefer the old name we had in mediaeval times and almost up to the 20th century Reval. Historians debate what that name means. There are different stories One of them being that it means the Fallen Deer (a legend of a Danish king who went on a hunt after a battle here and made a deer fall of a cliff that today has the mediaeval fortress and also our parliament and Dome church. We have a small sculpture of a deer there as well, I recommend you find it if you come as a tourist here. It is not the original, the original is in our art museum but it is the exact copy. There are other theories as to what Reval meant but I like this theory. But Tallin with one n is pointless
@@HelenGolovina-y9h Wowww very interesting indeed, Sorry for the mispelling, I’m just a bit uneducated, now I know and Thank you for all the interesting information!! 👌👌
St. Olafs was probably built before and it was the tallest building for some time.
A fascinating piece of architecture! Thanks for watching!
Willie that was a tremendous watch well done on producing a great video great banter with the girls in the shop! Haha Tallinn looks beautiful definitely going to visit with my wife just came across your channel superb!
Hi David! Haha yes it was a very interesting day of filming :) Thanks for watching, hope you have a wonderful time when you visit Tallinn. And yes please do check out my other content - I appreciate the support!
You have a lovely way of conveying how it feels to actually visit these places, and the historical facts are a great addition. Very unique and enjoyable travel vlogs, Thank you! You should also visit Iran, I think you'd love it.
Appreciate your kind words! Glad you enjoyed this tour of Tallinn. Certainly lots to see - make sure you check out my other Tallinn videos if you haven't already. And thanks for the suggestion!
The view from Patkuli vaateplatvorm is better during the summertime, everything is green and you'll have a nice view to the old town and the sea (sunsets are amazing!)
Thanks for the tip! I really hope to visit Tallinn again and this time during the summer :) Appreciate you checking out my videos!
Very nice video and fun to watch. Informative also for everybody to learn about Estonia. Only thing maybe sauna is not just a spa culture in Estonia. Many homes sometimes apartments or I dare to say almost every house has a sauna. It is also in the culture and we like to say we have hotter saunas than the Finnish even :P
Thanks for watching and supporting my channel! Really appreciate it. I had a great time in Tallinn. Re the saunas, I am sure you have some friendly banter with the Finnish!
Bro havent visited sauna marathon in estonia happens every year 🤦♂️
Any reason to go back to Estonia! Cheers for watching and supporting my channel
Willie, how many new friends do you make in a minute or two?! How nice to "meet" them, too! Great walkalong, as always. I do see why you like Tallinn so much ... really nice! OK, gotta add it to my bucket list! As always, thanks for sharing your adventures. [Greetings from ... well, you know where!]
Hi Jim! Happy 2024 to you in Tucson! You know what, the pro-camera people always outweigh the anti-camera people, so making friends are easy. Definitely add this destination to that bucket list of yours (my bucket list has one word on it - "everywhere") :)
Thanks for beautiful video about my city. 👍🤩
Thanks for your kind words and for watching my content, much appreciated!
Actually blue is the sky, black is the land and white is hope. Good luck
Cheers, I believe that is what I said? Thanks for watching :)
Just to inform you that Estonians don't have to go to spa to get a sauna because the most Estonian houses and even apartments have saunas in side of them, For me as an Estonian sauna is more like a weekly thing where the whole family gathers together and in winter we jump in the snow and just have a great time.
Yeah if you read my response to the other "sauna comment", you will have more perspective why I referenced it like that. Cheers for watching!
Speak for yourself. Most Estonians are not as rich as to have a private sauna
@@HelenGolovina-y9h You don't need to be rich to own a sauna. If you or a friend of yours happen to have a grandma or grandpa living in an old wooden house on the countryside, then you probably have access to a private sauna. No fancy Saunum stuff of course, that wasn't a thing when those houses were built.
Wauh, you have traveled a lot and this is your favorite city?
Yes it is :) Might be a surprising choice to many, but I really feel a connection to Tallinn that I cannot put into words. Sometimes you just get that with places you visit.
meeting these wonderful estonian people - meets russians :D
How do you know they are Russian?
@@willieexplore call me biased but they speak russian and have russian names.
@@santa6417 maybe they have Estonian fathers or Russian mothers? Anyways, not sure why this is an issue to begin with
@@willieexplore good video though, I finished it now. It was just the honest truth that slapped me in the face in the beginning of the video as an estonian like damn. Began with ''russian-estonians''. Ye maybe 2 of them were actually estonians. But that kid starting off in russian first thing and declared being estonian is the truthful city picture estonians have to see nowadays. But something maybe we wouldn't want to see and be seen like.
also nobody said it was an issue by your part. Chill. Just funny observation
@@santa6417there’s people who are born in Estonia and speak russian😭
Great informative video Willie thanks for showing this opportunity for interesting view!
Thank you, Simon! Glad you enjoyed it. More Tallinn content coming soon :)
go there when its good wheter
then its butiful
Cheers! I've been there in summer and winter and both are magic!
you should visit estonia april-august
I have before but would love to again! Thanks for watching and supporting my channel!
Gread vid. As an Estonian myself, i never new about the claim we hold over Marzipan. Since i'm a Almond person and marzipan is among my top 3 favorite confectioneries, it's a cool little 'fun fact', but i doubt Rae apothecary, despite making Marzipan as early as the 17th century, is the inventor of marzipan. Unless it's a specific unique recipe or a blend we are talking about, since almonds are not native here and almond paste made with almonds and sugar is mentioned in 10th century Persian writings, i'd think they beat us to it.
Thanks for watching and for your kind words! I'm sure the Marzipan debate will continue :)
Who the hell told you, that saun(a) is a finnish thing? Estonians have saun (whithout a) many, many hundreds of years, if not thousands... Finns and estonians have same roots, so our ancestors drinking beer or olut or õlu or mõdu in SAUN together. 😁
I sense you are a bit upset. Calm down. What about all the wonderful things I said about Estonia and Tallinn, and you get upset with a bit of sarcasm and humour?
@@willieexplore Upset? No, I'm just joking... It is like marzipan, don't matter who invented it, taste matters. I put even smile emoticon in the end of my comment, but OK, maybe our jokes here in Estonia is little bit cold and sarcastic, so, sorry and peace, and thank you for good words about my dear Estonia.
@@realsomething2981 ok no worries, it is sometimes difficult to judge the tone of text but I appreciate your humour :) Many others have particularly honed in on my sauna comments so far, so I wondered if I ruffled a few feathers. Appreciate your support and thanks for watching the video. You can be very proud of Tallinn and Estonia!
Wolt is from FINLAND!
Thanks for watching!
Just got back from my favourite winter city. The beautiful Tallinn. There's still so much to see & do. I've been several times now and it never ceases to amaze me ❤🇪🇪
Absolutely so much to experience! Hope you get a chance to visit again soon. Thanks for watching and engaging!
@@willieexplore Keep up the great work and safe travels
I don't like to be shocked.
Well then good for you! Thanks for watching
A little correction: marzipan is originally coming from Far East and came to Europe through many different routes. Of course Estonians love a lot of marzipan products.
There are many places who claim to have invented it, including Lübeck in Germany. But an interesting discussion, I'm sure!
Awesome Beautiful ❤️
Glad you enjoyed it Greg! I have more Tallinn videos if you haven't seen them already :)
I be there October goose bumps
😂😂😂 the kids were Russians, not Estonians….
Cheers for watching, how can you be so certain?
Because they spoke Russian: “Mother I am in the television”. I am local and I cat tell the difference between estonians and russians.
@@gallivarda maybe he is Estonian, has an Estonian father and a Russian mother?
I've been wanting to visit Estonia. I've been told there are jobs but they're not high paying.
I can highly recommend a visit to Tallinn! Thanks for watching :)
A tour of some of the bars would be good. St. Vitus bar has about a dozen beer pumps and Depeche Mode bar. Plenty of others to explore
Definitely a lot of beer houses and quality restaurants in the city! Thanks for watching
I live in estonia Tallin❤
What a beautiful city you live in! Thanks for watching my videos :)
double linn. Tallin is nonsence. Tal - linn. Linn means town
Sorry, double n
Yes to this is a great city and wonderful country. We are considering to going back and taking train to adjoining baltic countriies. Any suggestions much appreciated.
I cannot recommend Tallinn highly enough. Haven't seen any other parts of Estonia though
you have to visit Tartu during summer. you will love it!
Its very nice to see a video about my country, greetings from Estonia.
Aitäh! I appreciate the support!
They told me to subscribe... and so I did.
Cheers Harold, massively appreciate the support!
As far as I know they had marzipan in 9th century Persia
I think many Estonians will be upset by this... :)
@@willieexplore Why? They do not even know that marzipan somehow is supposed to bean Estonian thing.
The point is that it was a Persian doctor in the 9C who discovered that marzipan does something (do not remember what) that lately modern medicine has also proved. It is just amazing what those early middle ages middle eastern people could do
Lovely city.
For sure, Marta! Thanks for watching!
im estonian
Thanks for watching!
Alexander Nevsky is a very important person in history. He is an admirable herro who stood against Germanic bullies thrying to subsegate the Slovic peoples in 1242.
He certainly is a key figure in medieval history. Cheers for watching!
@@willieexplore, I wrote a chapter about Alexander Nevski in my book Sport Is War comparing the Battle on the Ice where Alexandeer Nevsky defeated the Tuetonic Kinights in the "Battle On the Ice" in 1242; to when the Green Bay Packers defeated the Dallas Cowboys in what is known to history as the "Ice Bowl" in 1967 in the coldest NFL championship game ever.
@@michaelrosel1951 I've just read an extract of your book and it sounds fascinating! We all have warriors inside of us when it comes to our favourite games :)
If Estonia wants to demolish the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral , due to the fact that it belongs to the Russian Orthodox Church, then it is necessary to demolish the building of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), which is located opposite, since it was built (1767- 1773) by order of the Russian Empress Catherine II.
I reckon those debates in the 1920s and 1930s would have grabbed a lot of headlines. Cheers for watching and commenting!
Not really, as the only reason the cathedral was built was as a symbol for Russian rule. The gubernatorial palace was just a refurbishment of the old castle basically, so not symbolic like that.
They are not estonians they are russians at the beggining
Yeah a few people said that, I'd have no idea :)
Maksim and Jekaterina... How can you "have no idea" It is like having no idea that Moses is Jewish or that Muhammed is not a native Finn. Please, do some homework @@willieexplore
@@HelenGolovina-y9h listen, Helen, I don't like your attitude on my channel here. Behave or your will be blocked. My country is thousands of miles away from yours, and I can't know everything about everything. Have some respect please. If you cannot see from my videos how much I love your country, then you need some help.
@@HelenGolovina-y9hyou are embarassing
my gosh so boring!!!!!
How so?
You referring to your profile pic, brother?
@@martinkoitmae6655 at least he left a comment, which really helps my channel!
Troll, your videos literally have zero views!
He clings all the people he sees to everyone , his mouth does not close, hi is too much talkative !
Thanks for watching!