Water tower of Raadi Manor

On 1 May 1990, the 70th anniversary of the state farm was celebrated in Luunja. As horse breeding and horseback riding are traditional in the Luunja rural municipality and horses are still bred in the manor, a monument was erected there to celebrate man’s best friend in agriculture – the horse. The author of the bronze horse monument is Endel Taniloo.On the night of 19 June 2017, the sculpture was painted purple. It is not known who did it. According to folk tradition, the horse became so angry it turned purple because in the course of the administrative reform, Luunja rural municipality almost had to join the city of Tartu. Fortunately, the rural municipality was able to maintain its independence.

You will certainly notice the Von Bock House (1780) at Ülikooli 16 in the centre of Tartu, which used to belong to Oberst MJ von Bock. The University of Tartu bought the building in 1839. The house was renovated and reopened in 2007. There is a mural that depicts the main building of the University of Tartu on the building’s wall that faces the Town Hall and an exhibition of Alar Madisson’s photos of current lecturers and legendary professors of the University of Tartu is up on the wall next to Jakobi Street.Interesting facts: - the Von Bock has been the home of the University of Tartu Clinic, a veterinary school and the library of the Learned Estonian Society in different times. The building currently belongs to the University of Tartu.

Experience a quiet holiday in Haraka, an apartment in a new residential area of ​​Tartu, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The spacious apartment offers all modern amenities and beautiful sunsets on the balcony! For the little ones in the family, there is a sandbox and a playground right next to the house. Tartu Lõunakeskus is within walking distance, and the city center is a short drive away, where you can explore various attractions. Book your holiday in Haraka to enjoy the peaceful city life of Tartu.

What is special about the University of Tartu and where does the spirit of the university manifest itself?The University of Tartu Museum introduces the history of science and university education from the 17th century to the present day and tells the exciting story of Tartu Cathedral.The seven floors of the museum offer the following:- the most precious treasures of the University of Tartu in the Treasury- the spirit of Tartu and the university at the exhibition The University of Our Lives- an exhibition of the gifts made to the university in the White Hall- a good luck formula in the physics office of Georg Friedrich Parrot- Crazy Scientist's office for children interested in scienceIn addition, temporary exhibitions and viewing platforms are open in the summer!See you at Toome Hill!

How does the robotic milking machine work and how is milk turned into cheese? How is the world's best Estonian cheese made? Find out in Andre Farm on the border of Tartu County. Visitors can also feed the cows, pet the calves, and taste the products in our farm shop. There are 180 dairy cows and as many calves in the farm. The farm has been operating here since 1999, but our history dates back even further than that. The grandfather of the current host used to have a farm here. Innovation is in our blood – animals were watered with automatic systems and the latest agricultural techniques were used on the field to improve productivity as early as during Estonia's first independence.

You will find this historicist red-brick church (architect Arved Eichorn), which is the first new church built in the Republic of Estonia, in the peaceful little town Elva. Tartu St John’s Congregation used to operate in Elva for some time. This is why some details of the Elva Church remind of Tartu St John’s Church – the rarely used plaster and brick imitation of a rose window on the western wall of the church refers to the medieval rose window that can be found in Tartu St John’s Church.

RemoteNow's eight cone-shaped cabins are located in the forests of Southern Estonia, near a bog lake, and are arranged to provide a pristine nature experience. Each cabin sits on a 2-3-meter layer of peat, creating a unique "floating" experience, and the cabins are connected by picturesque boardwalks. Studies show that spending time in nature encourages creativity, and providing this natural experience is one of our founding principles.We have done our best to ensure the cabins remain cozy and warm year-round. To further enhance the experience of moving in the bog, the toilet and shower are within walking distance in the sauna and café house. The café house is like a large, welcoming living room with a fully equipped kitchen, making it a pleasant place to socialize. Remote workers and teams are especially welcome to stay with us overnight. We offer a sauna experience, workshops, good food, private seminar rooms, and various packages. Bring your team away from the city's hustle and boost your creativity in the forests of Southern Estonia!

Karula National Park is Estonia's smallest national park, characterized by a hilly landscape rich in lakes, with 60 lakes on the highland. The national park is open to everyone: families, backpackers, and nature enthusiasts, offering various opportunities for relaxation and hiking. At the visitor center located by Lake Ähijärv, you can get information about the opportunities available in the national park, and the permanent exhibition there introduces the history, nature, folk culture of the Karula region, as well as the modern lifestyle. The heart of the national park is Lake Ähijärv, which is ideal for boating, swimming, and enjoying nature. Hiking enthusiasts are awaited by well-maintained trails that lead through forests, wooded meadows, and hilly landscapes, offering views unique to Karula. Popular destinations include the Rebäse hiking trail, Lüllemäe observation tower, and Kaika hillocks, which offer a great view of the rolling landscape. The national park has plenty of camping and bonfire sites, as well as natural swimming spots, making it suitable for both day trips and longer vacations.