Town hall square Photo: town hall square

Town hall square is considered the heart of Tallinn. This square, which dates back to the hall, has long been a place of festivities, fairs and shopping destination. Here long time ago, people gathered, were held all sorts of events. In this area even executed the city's criminals.

Wide square in front of city hall, surrounded snuggled up to each other the old colorful houses, both in ancient times and today, is the center of the street life of citizens. Today there are fairs and concerts. In the summer around the square there are cafes, and in the winter, for several centuries, established a sprawling Christmas tree. This tradition has survived to our time in 1441. Festive tree stands here a long time – a month and a half, around noisy Christmas fair where you can purchase Souvenirs and gifts, and just enjoy the atmosphere, get infected good mood.

Summer town hall square becomes the center of the Old town Days in Tallinn. This holiday, the tradition of holding spanning almost 30 years, is one of the most interesting cultural events in the Baltics. During the festival the town was again in the middle ages. Locals and visitors dressed in medieval costumes. At this time resume such ancient traditions as jousting tournaments, festive parades. In the streets and courtyards of the Old town's music, performed dances. Also hosts fairs, exhibitions, various theatrical productions. Craft shops, which offers classes on a particular type of craft.

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