The old Latin name for Viru-Nigula congregation was Maum which
was probably derived from the place’s ancient name Mahu. The
church’s base and arches of choir date back to the 13th century. In
1658 the army of Russian czar burned the church down. Although
rebuilt it also re-burned in the beginning of the II World War.
Location: Rakvere Vallimägi, Rakvere linn, Lääne-Virumaa, 44306
Throughout the ages, Rakvere Castle has belonged to Danish kings, knight-monks of the Livonian Order and the Swedish and Polish states.
The longest period was the age of the Order, when Rakvere Castle was an important link in the defence system of...
Location: Palmse küla, Vihula vald, Lääne-Virumaa, 45435
Palmse Manor is one of the grandest baroque mansions in Estonia. The mansion and open-air museum were the first fully restored manor complex in the country. They are surrounded by the beautiful natural environment of Lahemaa National Park and provide an...
Location: Sagadi küla, Vihula vald, Lääne-Virumaa, 45402
Manor complex is located in Lahemaa National Park. The history of manor dates back for 500 years. For the time being Sagadi has become the centre of tourism and natural and cultural education. The complex is extraordinary for its unity: lots of outbuild...
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