Kalamaja Cemetery Park
Kalamaja kalmistu
This 16th-century cemetery became a recreational park during the Soviet occupation—today it's a little bit of both.

📜 Historic 16th-century cemetery, controversially transformed into a recreational park during Soviet occupation.
🔍 Now a multi-functional space for recreation and memory, recognized for Estonian cultural heritage.

Why Go

🌳 Enjoy lush nature, tall trees, mosses, and ferns.
🚶 Local favorite for contemplation and simpler joys.
🕯️ Witness All Soul's Festival with candles in November.
💡 Poignant reminder of Estonia’s turbulent past and cultural struggle.

Why Avoid

💤 Off the main tourist trail, might feel quiet.

Tips

❄️ Beautiful year-round, especially in winter with snow or spring with moss.
👀 Look for tree roots entwined around old grave fences.
🗓️ Visit after dusk in November for Hingedepäev (All Soul’s Festival).

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