Toompea Castle

Toompea loss

castle in Tallinn

#6 in Tallinn / #7 in Estonia

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Toompea Castle in Tallinn, Estonia, is a historic and architecturally significant structure that serves as the seat of the Estonian Parliament, known as the Riigikogu. Perched on the prominent Toompea Hill, the castle's origins date back to the 9th century when it was initially a wooden fortress. Over centuries, it has been transformed and expanded, featuring a blend of Baroque and medieval elements. The castle complex includes the striking pink-colored Parliament building, the medieval Tall Hermann tower, and other historical structures.

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