Haapsalu
Sightseeing

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Haapsalu's most fascinating historic sight is the late 13th-century castle that lords over the centre of town. It Read_on (No Comments)

This museum chronicles the history and culture of ethnic Swedes who settled Estonia's coastal areas and islands during the Viking era. Read_on (No Comments)

This well-outfitted museum in the old Town Hall tracks the history of this part of Estonia from the pre-Christian era right up to Haapsalu's success as a resort town in the 1930s. Read_on (No Comments)

Haapsalu's main swimming beach is at the edge of town, just past the railway station. Besides being a centre of fun and frolicking, it's also where a number of sports events are held. Read_on (No Comments)

The town's pride and joy railway station was built in 1907 to accommodate the expected visits by the Tsar's family. Ironically Read_on (No Comments)

An electronics nerd's paradise, this museum houses a mind-numbingly exhaustive collection of telephone switching equipment from the last century. Read_on (No Comments)

Built around 1260, the beautiful St. Nicholas Dome Church is an amazing piece of architecture. Its main body is one gigantic nave with 15. Read_on (No Comments)

Follow this short path that curves along the bay for a great view of the water and a glimpse into the town's history. Read_on (No Comments)