Culture

In the heart of the varied nature of Jõgevamaa lies the Kuremaa Experience Centre – a place of events and active recreation with a rich history. In addition to the iconic Kuremaa castle, there is also a sports and wellness centre and, in summer, the eventful Theatre Theatre Theatre and Kuremaa Mill.

The Peipsimaa Museum introduces the life of the Old Believers, their cuisine and church culture, and the life and work of the world-famous icon painter Pimen Sofronov from the village of Tiheda. Samovars, “podrushniki”, icons, “lestovkas” are worth seeing!

A museum dedicated to the beloved Estonian poet Betti Alver is located in his birthplace in Jõgeva. The museum will exhibit the life and work of Betti Alver, as well as the memory and work of Alo Mattiisen from Jõgeva.

Cantervilla Castle is a blend of tranquillity, peace, glamour and style. This delightful place leaves nothing to be desired – the castle is surrounded by a ring of cascades and ponds, the shores of Lake Pikajärvi are a great playground for the adventures of the lord and peasant himself, relaxing accommodation and mysterious underground passages.

The story of Mooste Manor begins as early as the 16th century. century, and its grandeur can be seen in the complex of historic buildings, almost all of which have been restored. For example, the Folgikoda, the largest concert hall in south-east Estonia, has been transformed from a cow barn, and a beautiful country house is home to a retro-inspired Reuse House. On the shores of the lake is the Viinavabriku hotel and restaurant.

Räpina Mäemõisa manor house in late classicist style, popularly known as Sillapää Castle, was built already in the 19th century. mid-century. Today, the manor houses the Räpina Museum of Local History and Horticulture, Räpina Music School and Räpina Folk School.

The story of Estonians, collected with heart, carefully preserved and thoroughly researched, can be found in the Estonian National Museum. It is by far the largest museum complex in Estonia, with more than a million objects in its collections and more to discover for years to come. Here, both the material and the virtual worlds open up, inviting you to travel through time, to become aware and to become part of it all.

Enjoy, taste, rest, participate, develop, learn, see… Onion Villages offer you a real holiday. Or a busy day away from the office.

The University of Tartu Museum has served the university and society for over two hundred years. During this time, the museums at the University have come and gone, merged and diverged, but the basic aims have remained unchanged: to preserve the academic heritage, to educate and enlighten young and old, and to bring to life the history of the University of Tartu as well as the scientific and artistic history of the world.

Tartu City Museum is located in the 18th district of Tartu. A noble house built in the late 19th century. With its rich history, legends and fascinating artefacts, the house offers discovery and new knowledge for young and old alike.

The fairytale Sangaste Castle surrounded by pristine nature!
Great halls, unique architecture, mystical nature and, of course, fascinating history combine to offer a variety of reasons to visit!

Come and walk around 13 000 a. to the top of the ancient Otepää hill, where you can see the ruins of the old stone castle and take a look at the town of Otepää and the surrounding nature.
One of the strongest fortresses of Ancient Estonia was located on the Otepää hill and the oldest firearm in the world has been found here!

Kaagjärve Manor and Manor Park, with its interesting history and beautiful architecture, offers visitors plenty to discover. The manor house houses a collection of photographs of the Luckin brothers, who lived in Kaagärve at the beginning of the last century. Alongside the photographs, the history of the manor is also unraveled, describing the life and times of von Grote. Stories and legends about Lake Kaagjärv will accompany the exhibition.
A Rose Festival is held in the manor’s Rose Garden in summer.

It is one of the most unique museums in the Baltics. In the museum you can see exciting exhibits and displays that have been created in cooperation with all the Estonian law enforcement structures. In addition, you can try out different military-style leisure activities with the whole family (ride in military machines, laser battles, shooting simulator, experience over Valga, etc.).

Come and discover our history. Otepää St Mary’s Lutheran Church represents one of the 21st places worth exploring in South Estonia, which is marked with a National Geographic yellow window and is recommended for culture and history lovers. The church is historically associated with the Estonian national flag.

The oldest and southernmost open-air museum in Estonia, where the South-Estonian farm is presented through several centuries – from the Stone Age to the present day.

Setomaa Museums is an association of six cultural sites worth visiting – Värska Farm Museum, Kindral Reegi House, Seto Sawmill House, Saatse Museum, Obinitsa Museum, Luikjärve Farm. Setomaa museums are guided by the principles of nature and environmental friendliness in their activities. Our ancestors here in Setomaa also treated nature and the land with respect.

According to old legends, a traveller to the Bishop’s Castle of Vastseliina may encounter the Black Horseman on his way, who has come to inspect his domains on moonlit nights and hear the prophecies of the virgins buried in the tower cellar. During the night, the path of the wanderer may cross that of a beautiful schoolgirl. You may also be able to see the miracle honey that cures all the bees’ ailments.