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Monument to Gustav II Adolf

Ülikooli tn 18b, Tartu linn, Tartu maakond, 51005

Gustav II Adolf (1594–1632) was the King of Sweden and the creator of the Swedish Empire, who ascended the throne at the age of 16.Gustav II Adolf died in the Thirty Years’ War at the Battle of Lützen. In 1632, shortly before the battle, he signed the founding document of the University of Tartu, thus being the founder of the University of Tartu.Otto Strandman was the author of the statue of Gustav II Adolf, which stood behind the main building of the University of Tartu on the King’s Square from 1928 to 1950. The statue was removed by the Soviet occupation authorities on 15 May.In 1992, King Carl XVI Gustav of Sweden and Queen Silvia reopened a new monument by Elisabeth Tebelius-Myren.

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Võru Town Gallery

Võru Town Gallery focuses on promoting art and cultural activities in Võru, on introducing professional art and organising exhibitions and exhibition-sales.For expositions the gallery mostly uses the balcony lobby on the 1st floor of the Võru Community Centre, called Kannel, and the room in front of the small hall. There are also exhibitions in the lobby of the ground floor. All rooms are equipped with modern spotlights that move along buses.

  • Smoke saunas

Ööbikuoru Villa smoke sauna

A smoke sauna is a traditional Estonian sauna that doesn't have a chimney. The fire heats the stones, and the smoke fills the surrounding room. After the sauna is heated, the smoke is let out through the door before the sauna-goers enter. At Ööbikuoru Villa's smoke sauna, you can take your time and cleanse your body and soul while enjoying peace and quiet. The sauna steam room can accommodate up to six people, and some visitors can enjoy the hot tub at the same time. If you wish to stay overnight, you can stay in the romantically furnished rooms at Ööbikuoru Villa.

Võru Bank Building

Võru Bank Building is undoubtedly one of the most stylish stone buildings in Võru. The traditional building was completed in 1938 around the then main square marketplace. The style is characterised by a high roof, symmetrical facade with stylised pillar motifs, including national ornamentation. The architects were Edgar Johan Kuusik and Anton Soans, the bas-reliefs were made by Aleksander Kaasik.Currently, the building houses an SEB branch office, the souvenir and gift shop Must Kass, and the editorial office of LõunaLeht.

  • Churches

Catherine’s Church in Võru

28,000 silver roubles were donated towards the construction of this Lutheran church by Russian empress Catherine II. It was blessed on 24 July 1793, when it received the name 'Catherine'. It is thought that the church - which was designed in early classicist style with baroque roots and which boasts stunning arched windows - was designed by the architect Christoph Haberlandt from Riga. Renovations in 1879 saw its tower receive a new dome, and a four-faced clock was also installed. The church has an organ built by the Kriisa brothers in 1913. You can visit the church on Sundays during mass times.

  • Shopping centres

Kagukeskus shopping centre

Kagukeskus in Võru is the biggest shopping centre in south-eastern Estonia. It is home to more than 20 shops and service providers over two floors. You can make the most of the solarium and beauty salon, or attend to your business needs at the accountancy office. There is something at the centre for everyone!

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Tartu Adventure Park

Tartu Adventure Park has over 50 different challenges set up to let you climb and swing between heaven and earth. Adventure-lovers can try various challenges set up 4 metres above the ground in the trees. You are guaranteed a thrill on the 300-metre zipline at the end of the course which runs from one side of the valley to the other. We have not forgotten little visitors either – they have their own area with 14 challenges and two long ziplines.During slow seasons, pre-booking is required for enjoying the park (minimum size of the group is 10 people).

Pihlaka Café in Tartu

Good-natured confectionery makers since 1989!We sell delicious and beyond delicious gateaux, cakes, deli products and warm pastries of Pihlaka.Everyone is welcome!

  • Hiking Trails

Taagepera hiking trail

The total length of Taagepera hiking trail is 5.4 km. The trail begins and ends at the Taagepera campfire site and partly runs along the shores of the Õhne River. The trail can also be completed in smaller circles – 1.6 km and 4.0 km long. There are wooden signposts and information boards at the hiking trail, capfire site is suitable also for camping.The main sights of the hiking trail include the Taagepera Castle with the Castle Park, Taagepera Church and the Cemetery, the graveyard of barons, the Musukivi rock, the sacrificial stone, the underground cemetery, and the Õhne River.A truly inspiring hike full of history, architecture, and ancient nature!

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