The University Town of Tartu
The University Town of Tartu makes a good overnight stop. There are comfortable hotels and restaurants within walking distance of the emblematic Town Hall.
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Tallinn
One of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe is Tallinn; the capital city of Estonia. The old city is a UNESCO World heritage ….
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The Castle City of Cesis
Most people come to Cesis to explore its 13th century castle. It is considered to be the best preserved medieval castle in Latvia.
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Riga
Latvia’s capital city, Riga, has some very impressive sites and an active and colourful central market…..A delight is to wander along the cobbled streets ….
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Vilnius
Vilnius is…blessed with wonderful examples of opulent baroque architecture as well as one of the largest medieval quarters in Europe.
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Trakai Island Castle
Trakai Island Castle is set in the picturesque Galve Lake a short distance from Lithuania’s capital city, Vilnius.
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Kaunas
Life … also seemed to be reaching out for normality. The summer sun was out and the people of Kaunas were once again enjoying their outdoor café society.
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The Baltic Countries
There are many good reasons to travel in the Baltic countries, not least of all: the beautiful countryside, attractive and clean cities, striking castles……
