The Haapsalu Bishop’s Castle and Cathedral, which was established in the 13th century as the centre of the Saare-Lääne Diocese, is one of the best preserved castles in Estonia.
Visit the museum complex in the convent building where you will find exhibition halls with finds from the castle and mysterious vaulted cellars. Rent an audio guide for tour commentary in six languages.
Interesting facts: * You might encounter Estonia’s most famous ghost – the White Lady. * In the moat, you will find a stylized medieval children’s playground, a large chessboard, archery grounds and clay workshop. * Climb the 38-metre-high bell tower and at noon listen to the carillon that is heard throughout the city. * In the summer, take advantage of the busy events calendar.
Location: Dirhami küla / Derhamn, Noarootsi vald, Läänemaa
Dirham was a domain of Estonian Swedes. Until 1944 that is. The
Osmussaare earthquake of 4.75 magnitudes on Richter’s Scale
took place just opposite to Dirham – being the strongest ever
rumour spread it really was an explosion on a Soviet subma...
Location: Raudtee 2, Haapsalu linn, Läänemaa, 90504
Haapsalu railway station’s 1907 built roofed platform was once the
longest in Europe. The station’s posh look was meant to welcome
the crowned heads from St. Petersburg. There is even a room
called the Emperor’s Pavilion in the station. There i...
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