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p Cathedral of
St Mary the Virgin
Originally built as a
wooden church by
the Danes in 1240,
St Mary’s is the oldest
church in mainland
Estonia. Most of its
austere Gothic
exterior, however,
dates from the
14th century.

Patkuli Viewing Platform
One of Toompea’s secluded hideaways,
this picturesque spot has great pano-
ramic views of the Old Town’s red roofs
as well as of the harbour.

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The Kohtuotsa viewing Pikk Jalg Gate Tower
platform, swarming With a striking red roof, the tower
with postcard sellers and at the end of cobbled Pikk jalg
tour groups, looks out dates from the 14th century.
over the Old Town.

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0 Knights’ House
The Neo-Renaissance building
was built in 1848 to serve as the
headquarters of the Knighthood,
the then local aristocracy. The
well-preserved interior is a blend
of various styles.