Tallin is one of the best preserved medieval towns in Europe and the largest city in Estonia. And with only five hours in port, we knew we had to make the most of the time. Thankfully the old town was small, so while Jason went off to explore, Braden, Anna and I did what we normally do to experience a city…we found the most promising café in the square (and in the sun) and ordered coffees to enjoy the morning and town atmosphere.
Based on what we saw, it was our kind of place. While at the café, we noticed some local girls drinking beer and we concluded that they must be trying to rid themselves of last night’s hangover. It wasn’t until we passed three additional streets, all lined with pubs, each with at least two patrons outside drinking beer (did I mention it was 9:30 on Thursday morning) that we finally did away with all prejudices and joined the locals by ordering our own round of beers. We also ordered a basket of deep fried garlic bread and chicken wings with sweet chili sauce, because, well, why not… we were on holiday.
Where St. Petersburg fell short, Tallin was able to provide us the exact experience and pace of life I was looking for. This town absolutely deserved another visit later in life.
Next stop, Poland, for some much anticipated barszcz soup and Pierogis.
Museums visited – 0, Churches visited – 0
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