Tartu Collection

Estonia, Southeastern Estonia, Tartu, Toomemagi, Cathedral Hill, small park cafe

Estonia, Southeastern Estonia, Tartu, Raekoja Plats, Town Hall Square, Kissing Students Fountain

View of the town of Tartu, Republic of Estonia
View of the town of Tartu (previously known as Dorpat), Republic of Estonia, celebrated for its university, founded in the 17th century. Date: 1922

View of Tartu, 1800. Artist: Anonymous
View of Tartu, 1800. Private Collection

View of Dorpat, c. 1850. Artist: Stavenhagen, Wilhelm Siegfried (1814-1881)
View of Dorpat, c. 1850. From a private collection

Tartous town shore 1936 Syria TartūTart┼½
Tartous. The town along the shore. 1936, Syria, Tartūs

Tartous Tyre Funereal rock monumentss close up
From Tartous to Tyre. Funereal rock monuments S. of Tartous, close up. 1936, Syria, Tartūs

Tartous Tyre Funereal rock monumentss 1936 Syria
From Tartous to Tyre. Funereal rock monuments S. of Tartous. 1936, Syria, Tartūs

Tartous crusader cathedral Interior looking S. E
Tartous. The crusader cathedral. Interior, looking S.E. exterior. 1936, Syria, Tartūs

Tartous Crusader cathedral Interior looking S. W
Tartous. The Crusader cathedral. Interior, looking S.W. interior looking S.E. with sarcophagus. 1936, Syria, Tartūs

Tartous Crusader cathedral Interior looking N. E
Tartous. The Crusader cathedral. Interior, looking N.E. 1936, Syria, Tartūs

Tartous Cathedral S. W 1934 Syria Tartū
Tartous Cathedral from the S.W. 1934, Syria, Tartūs

Tartous Cathedral N. W 1934 Syria Tartū
Tartous Cathedral from the N.W. 1934, Syria, Tartūs

Tartous Cathedral interior 1934 Syria Tartū
Tartous Cathedral, interior. 1934, Syria, Tartūs

Tartu, Estonia Date: 1912

Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald (1803-1882). Estonian writer. Bust. Granite, 1952. By the Estonian sculptors Johannes Hirv (1902-1953) and Martin Saks (1902-1962).Tartu. Estonia

Emajogi River, Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe
Emajogi River, Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States

Estonia, Southeastern Estonia, Tartu, Raekoja Plats, Town Hall Square, Town Hall

Accordion and guitar, ethnic group of musicians, River Emajogi, Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Accordion, ethnic group of musicians, River Emajogi, Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Raekoja Square (Raekoja plats), Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Emajogi River, Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Alatskivi Loss (Castle), Tartu county, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Tartu University, Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Town Hall, Raekoja Square (Raekoja Plats), Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Statue of lovers (Suudlevad Tudengid), Town Hall Square (Raekoja Plats), Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Botanical Gardens of the University of Tartu, Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

St. Johns Church (Jaani kirik), Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Estonia, Southeastern Estonia, Tartu, St. Johns Church

Estonia, Southeastern Estonia, Tartu, Toomemagi, Cathedral Hill, elevated town view

Raekoja Plats (Market Square) of Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Front view of the Toomkirik (Dome Church), on Toomemagi, Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

The Toomkirik (Dome Church), on Toomemagi, Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Town Hall Square, Tartu, Estonia, Baltic States, Europe

Town Hall Square, Tartu, Estonia

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Tartu, a charming city nestled in Southeastern Estonia, is a hidden gem of the Baltic States in Europe. With its rich history and vibrant culture, this city has so much to offer. As you stroll through the streets of Tartu, you might come across an accordion player serenading passersby. Music is deeply ingrained in the fabric of this place, with an ethnic group of musicians adding their unique melodies to the city's soundtrack. One cannot miss the picturesque River Emajogi that gracefully flows through Tartu. Its tranquil waters reflect the beauty of this enchanting town, creating a serene atmosphere for all who visit. Toomemagi or Cathedral Hill is another must-see spot in Tartu. This elevated area offers breathtaking views of the town and showcases its architectural wonders. A small park cafe nearby invites visitors to relax and soak up the peaceful ambiance while sipping on a cup of coffee. Raekoja Plats or Town Hall Square is where history comes alive. The iconic Kissing Students statue stands proudly here as a symbol of love and knowledge shared by young scholars throughout generations. Looking back into time, we catch glimpses of how Tartu has evolved over centuries. An anonymous artist's depiction from 1800 reveals quaint buildings dotting the landscape while Wilhelm Siegfried Stavenhagen's artwork captures Dorpat (as it was known then) around 1850 with its distinctive charm intact. However, not all moments captured are idyllic. In 1897, tragedy struck when a military train accident occurred in Dorpat (now Tartu). F Meaulle's painting immortalizes this somber event as a reminder that even amidst progress and growth, challenges can arise. It also takes pride in being home to renowned Estonian writer Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald. His literary contributions have shaped Estonian literature and continue to inspire generations today.