Did you know that Tel Aviv has a kindred city in Northern Europe? You only need to replace one letter in "I ❤️ TLV" to figure out what it is. TLL. Yes. Tallinn. Let's take a closer look at the city that seems so similar, yet so different.
Tallinn is a compact seaside city
With a population of a bit over 430k, Tallinn is the same size as Tel Aviv - big enough to have fun and small enough to feel cosy.
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Tallinn has the best preserved medieval old town in Northern Europe
It takes you back in time like Neve Tzedek or Jaffa and almost feels like you're walking in a fairytale.
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Tallinn has a thriving startup scene and is often named the Silicon Valley of Europe
We know Tel Aviv has quite an impressive data on this field as well, so it says quite a bit about the mindset of both cities, don't you think?
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Kalamaja neighbourhood in Tallinn is listed among the coolest neighbourhoods in the world
Just like Florentin in Tel Aviv. There are quite a few hip and trendy areas in town that feel entirely different from the old town.
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Tallinn is in the same exact time zone as Tel Aviv
Digital nomads often stay here for longer, just because Tallinn happens to be the best destination for remote work in 2021. Also, as Estonia has one of the most advanced digital societies in the world, you never have to spend hours at some משרד because of bureaucracy.
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Estonia enjoys the phenomenon of white nights in summertime
The sunrise is around 4AM on the longest day of the year and the sunset nearly at 11PM, but it doesn't really get very dark at all. The light can last for a long time after the sun sets and it always sets to the sea.
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Wilderness is always just a short ride away
Estonia has many bog and mire landscapes with pure water that feel like nothing short of magic at sunrise.
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Estonia has four seasons, or actually even five
If you come here in springtime or summer, the feeling of fresh and awaken nature is amazing. What is Estonia's fifth season? That's a secret we won't reveal in this article.
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You can have many unexpected experiences, like diving into an underwater prison
Estonia has complex history and peeling the layers of it can keep you intrigued for a long time.
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Modern Estonian cuisine is a spoonful of Nordic with a twist
Local chefs love healthy ingredients cooked into simple dishes, mixing known tastes with local flavours.
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Black bread is one of the first things Estonians miss when they're abroad
Black rye bread with a thin crispy crust is a healthy and very original gift to bring back from your trip to Estonia.
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Many new generation chefs have studied and worked in Scandinavia
Often they decide to come back to Estonia and experiment with flavours.
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Many Estonian restaurants are listed in White Guide Nordic
Keep in mind that top restaurants in Estonia are a lot more affordable than in rest of Northern Europe, so don't hesitate to visit at least a few during your stay.
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If you're keen to find out more about what Tallinn is like, then check out this table that compares Tel Aviv to Tallinn in various categories.
Do I need a visa to come to Estonia from Israel? No. You can stay here for up to 90 days with no visa. If you happen to fall in love with Estonia and want to stay for longer, you can apply for our Digital Nomad Visa.
What are the travel restrictions in terms of covid? You can check the latest information on the website of our Minsitry of Foreign Affairs. Israel is in the list of countries outside the European Union from which it is possible to travel to Estonia, including for tourism.
- There is no restricition of movement or Covid testing for anyone who has undergone COVID-19 vaccination and no more than six months have passed since its completion.
- There is no restriction of movement or Covid testing for people who have recovered from COVID-19 and no more than six months have passed since they have been declared cured.
