Memorial to A. H. Tammsaare
This memorial, completed to mark the 100th birthday of beloved national author A. H. Tammsaare (1878-1940), is situated in Tammsaare park in central Tallinn. The writer is depicted in a pensive mood sitting on a bench. In choosing the location of the memorial, the authorities bore in mind that the New Market that once stood where the park is today was a favourite spot of the author's, where he loved to observe people. The memorial was designed by sculptor Jaak Soans and architect Rein Luup.
This memorial, completed to mark the 100th birthday of beloved national author A. H. Tammsaare (1878-1940), is situated in Tammsaare park in central Tallinn. The writer is depicted in a pensive mood sitting on a bench. In choosing the location of the
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Estonian national writer
Anton HansenTammsaare is national writer of Estonia and was in Estonian 25 money note, before country joined Euro. He name means Oak Island. In his writing Tammsaare ruthlessly mocked all kinds of...
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A.H. Tammsaare
Famous and very nice monument to Estonian writer located in the city center. When it is very hot in summer you can cool down near the monument as it is located in the shadow. :)
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Estatua de escritor
Es una estatua curiosa que nos encontramos paseando por Tallin. Esta hecha en homenaje a un famoso escritor local y tanto la estatua como su entorno te hacen parar y detenerte a observarla un rato.
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- Estonia puiestee 2, Tallinn
