As part of the Russian Empire from 1721 to 1917, Estonia became a popular holiday destination for Russian nobility. Tchaikovsky spent time composing in Haapsalu, while the anthem of the Russian Empire, 'God Save the Tsar!', was first performed for Tsar Nicholas at Keila-Joa manor. Join journalist Polina Sokhranova on a journey to discover the #EstonianWay of Russian heritage.
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Tchaikovsky's Bench in Haapsalu
Tchaikovsky's Bench in Haapsalu
Railway and Communications Museum
Railway and Communications Museum
Haapsalu Lace Centre Museum and Gallery
Haapsalu Lace Centre Museum and Gallery
Haapsalu Castle
Haapsalu Castle
Haapsalu Castle Museum
Haapsalu Castle Museum
Summer restaurant of Haapsalu Kuursaal
Summer restaurant of Haapsalu Kuursaal
Keila-Joa Manor and Schloss Fall Museum
Keila-Joa Manor and Schloss Fall Museum
Laulasmaa beach
Laulasmaa beach
Polina Sokhranova is a journalist who has served as editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan magazine Russia and editor of Vogue Russia. She has since moved on to co-found QUARZ, a crystal concept store that promotes a modern approach to spirituality and wellness.