Viljandi Travel Guide

  Viljandi Estonia
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  • Viljandi Estonia
      Viljandi Estonia
    by johnsakura
  • Viljandi Estonia
      Viljandi Estonia
    by johnsakura
  • Viljandi Estonia
      Viljandi Estonia
    by johnsakura
  • Kissing hill
      Kissing hill
    by shiningliao
  • July, 2003
      July, 2003
    by Hestia
 

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Things to Do  

Viljandi Order Castle

Viljandi Order Castle, Viljandi

 Travelchili Says:  Here is a drawing of the castle -- how it possibly looked like before the castle was destroyed. 

Viljandi suspention bridge

Viljandi suspention bridge, Viljandi

 Travelchili Says:  Viljandi suspention bridge was a gift from Karl von Mensenkampff in 1928 and in 1931 it was installed across the castle park valley. The bridge was reconstructed in 1995 and its length is over 50 meters. 

Lake Viljandi

Lake Viljandi, Viljandi

 Travelchili Says:  Beautiful Lake Viljandi is about 4.5 km long and in average 5.6 m deep. It is surrounded by nature and is suitable for a relaxing as well as active holidays. 

Viljandi Castle ruins

Viljandi Castle ruins, Viljandi

 Travelchili Says:  If you go to Viljandi, you should definitely not miss the castle ruins. You will have a beautiful view of the Lake Viljandi (also seen on the photo). 

Hotels  

Grand Hotel Viljandi

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Hotels  

Peetrimõisa Villa: Nice little guesthouse

Peetrimõisa Villa: Nice little guesthouse, Viljandi

 evert_n Says:  Nice little guesthouse in a small city of Viljandi. Rooms and the house is clean. Showers and toilets are shared, but they are very clean too. Ok prices. Tenting in the hotel yard possible as well. You can also use sauna, or steam sauna, but it costs extra. Nice, good... 

Transportation  

Folk Train

Folk Train, Viljandi

 piraaja Says:  If you are going to the Viljandi Folk Festival, you might want to take the Folk train, which leaves in the morning of the first festival day and leaves late at the last day, so you don't have to miss a lot of concerts. The ticket this year (2004) is 60 eek. You can buy... 

Shopping  

Anttila: Cheap but cool clothes from a department store

Anttila: Cheap but cool clothes from a department store, Viljandi

 WanderingFinn Says:  This shop is actually a subsidiary of the Finnish department store chain Anttila. I didn't know they have one in Estonia until I saw it in Viljandi. Now I know it may sound ridiculous to many of you; but I am no follower of the latest fashion and I don't need to prove... 

Local Customs  

Don't be suprised...

Don't be suprised..., Viljandi

 piraaja Says:  ... when during the Folk Festival the town changes into a half-hipi camp ground. (at least looks like that). There are accomodations, quite cheap kind, in schools, which means no actual beds or rooms, but matrases.. or whatever you wish to sleep on. There are washing... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Viljandi - a cosy little town in southern Estonia

Viljandi - a cosy little town in southern Estonia, Viljandi

 WanderingFinn Says:  Usually when people travel to Estonia, they go to the capital Tallinn. It is a nice city indeed, but I suggest everyone to see other lovely places too. First of all, as soon as you are 10 kms away from Tallinn, the prices go down steeply. In Estonia it is easy to tour with a... 

Countryside near Viljandi

Countryside near Viljandi, Viljandi

 Travelchili Says:  Estonia is not a country of big cities and its beauty lies in the stunning and untouched nature. Don't miss the opportunity to experience some of it! 

Favorites  

Viljandi Castle Ruins

Viljandi Castle Ruins, Viljandi

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Viljandi Castle Ruins Wall

Viljandi Castle Ruins Wall, Viljandi

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Church in Viljandi

Church in Viljandi, Viljandi

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Bridge in Viljandi

Bridge in Viljandi, Viljandi

 vytisknight Says:  This bridge is located next to the Castle ruins in Viljandi. 

Viljandi Singing Field

Viljandi Singing Field, Viljandi

 vytisknight Says:  This is the area in which people would gather to have meetings and sing. 

VILJANDI CASTLE RUINS

VILJANDI CASTLE RUINS, Viljandi

 vytisknight Says:  The view from the Viljandi Castle ruins is beautiful. The surrounding area is peaceful.Being located in part of history makes onesense or think about the hardships that the defenders of this Castle encountered in trying to protect their homeland. 

BEAUTIFUL SCENE FROM VILJANDI

BEAUTIFUL SCENE FROM VILJANDI, Viljandi

 vytisknight Says:  THE BEAUTIFUL SCENERY SURROUNDING VILJANDI IS A MUST. FROM THE OLD CASTLE RUINS TO THE RIVER VALLEY. IT IS A SITE TO HOLD YOU BREATHLESS FROM THE PAST THE HAD OCCURED HERE. MY FONDEST MEMORY OF ESTONIA IS THE BEAUTIFUL LAND THAT IS NOT CROWDED WITH THE EASE OF NOT BEING... 

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 This is the area in which people would gather to have meetings and sing. 

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Welcome to Viljandi

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 Viljandi has not been much introduced here in VT and I would be glad to tell you more about a place so close to my heart. Viljandi is situated in the Southern Estonia and it is the centre of... 

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Viljandi, Estonia Castle Ruins

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 This is a picture of castle ruins in the town of Viljandi. Being here brings brings one to sense the history that took place in defending one's country. 

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Viljandi

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 You don't expect much when talking about a small city like Viljandi is. But there is plenty hidden under the cover. 

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A nice and peaceful town

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 Located by a picturesque lake, Viljandi is the sixth largest town in Estonia. Notable for its great nature and peaceful and friendly atmosphare it is a great place to relax and enjoy skiing in the... 

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Viljandi

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 Population: 20 756 (2000. a census) Area: 14,6 km² Location : South-Estonia, the uplands of Sakala. From Viljandi to Tallinn - 161 km, to Tartu 81 km, to Pärnu 97 km. Administrative status: town... 

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