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City of good thoughts
The university city of Tartu has something for everyone: families with children, intellectuals, backpackers, couples in love, art and culture enthusiasts. There is always a reason to come back, even if just to keep your relationship with the spirit of Tartu warm.
Where does the spirit of Tartu live? No one knows for sure, but its presence can be felt elsewhere than at the university – in Supilinna, Toomemägi, in cozy little cafes, and of course in the Estonian National Museum. Tartu has always been the spiritual capital of Estonia: the cradle of the Song Festival, the birthplace of Estonian theatre and the state. The city has retained its spiritual and bohemian atmosphere to this day. Time flows unhurriedly in Tartu.
The city, which has been called the Athens of Emajõgi since the time of the national awakening, is a cultural center: it is impossible to get bored in the hustle and bustle of the Emajõgi Summer Theater, Hanseatic Days, Student Spring Days, festivals, concerts and conferences. In addition, Tartu is home to more than 20 museums.
Tartu also houses the St. John's Church, one of the most valued Gothic monuments, with a unique collection of terracotta sculptures in all of Europe. Next to the church, in Antoniuse Õue, various craft and art workshops await you to buy and participate in making.
After taking a picture at the fountain of kissing students on Raekoja plats (Town Hall Square), walking on Toomemägi, sailing on the Emajõgi River on a barge, and taking a tour of the AHHAA center with the kids, be sure to enjoy the rich cakes at the long-established Werner Café, located in the immediate vicinity of the main building of one of the oldest universities in Northern Europe. Or, head to a bohemian place influenced by student life and noise, such as Genklubi.
In addition, Tartu is among the 2020 Sustainable Top100 destinations. The international Sustainable Tourism success stories competition is organized by Green Destinations to recognize destinations that are working to make the destination visitor experience more sustainable and value-based. Tartu's success stories include a bike-sharing service and the introduction of CNG buses, which have reduced car traffic and traffic noise in the city center, which in turn has led to improved air quality. By 2040, the city of Tartu aims to reduce the share of car trips to 25% of all traffic.
Read more: http://www.visittartu.com and http://www.visitestonia.com
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