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City of Good Things: Tallinn

Tallinn is considered a real gem of Northern Europe. Its main attraction is the Old City built in the 15th-17th century. Northwest from Old City is Kalamaja, the oldest suburb of Tallinn, dating from the 14th century.

Foodies who visit Tallinn should know a few restaurant names when they visit the capital: Aed (Embassy of Pure Food) with low prices,  Cafe EAT with the most reasonable prices in the city or Controvento, where you can taste pasta and pizza for less. Traditional Estonian cuisine includes: kama or talkkuna, pirukas, verivorst (blood sausage) and more widely known sauerkraut.

After a gourmet lunch, Travel Clever recommends you Tallinn Christmas market situated in the old town and reflecting a medieval vibe, breathing new life into the old traditions. This market begins on November 30th and ends on January 7th. The Tallinn Christmas market is open everyday from 9am until 7pm, except for two days. In December 31st it will close early at 3pm, and on January 1st it will open later at 12 noon.

Also, this market is organized by the Estonian Open Air Museum. There are more than 50 stalls set up around a giant Christmas tree. All of the visitors who come during this Christmas market will get the opportunity to familiarize themselves with a variety of Estonian handicrafts and products, such as handmade decorations for the season, toys, candles, woolen socks and sweaters, basketry, sheepskin, painted silk, linen fabrics, and more.

They can also find colorful patch blankets, clay goods, graphic art, paintings, glassware, and felt hats. Here you can actually watch the woodcarver do his work, as well as meet the blacksmith. The Christmas Village is a great part of the holiday celebration. This market definitely spreads Christmas cheer all around, and is a great time to visit Estonia.

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