The science made in Tartu Observatory has changed the understanding of the Universe. The director of the observatory F.G.W. Struve (1793--1864) led the fixing of the geodetic line now known after his name. The line had an important role in understanding the shape and size of the Earth and in the development of cartography.
Location: Lossi 10, Alatskivi vald, Tartumaa, 60201
The manor was first mentioned in 1601. Von Nolckens received it as a dowry in 1870. When Arved von Nolcken returned from a trip to Scotland, inspired by Balmoral, one of the residencies of the British royal family, he decided to erect a copy of it in Al...
Location: Saadjärve 20, Äksi alevik, Tartu vald, Tartumaa, 60501
Ice Age Centre is a unique and original tourist attraction – a nature study and visiting centre that combines popular scientific approach to ice age with entertainment.
Ice Age Centre – more than 2200 m2 of exhibition area full of storie...
The central Tartu Town Hall Square is surrounded by buildings built in the classical style. Since 1998 the square is decorated by the “Kissing Students” fountain. Throughout centuries the centre of town activity has been Town Hall Square, the history of...
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