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    Freedom Square in Tallinn and the monument to the War of Independence

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    The representative square of Tallinn – Freedom Square is a popular meeting place designed for pedestrians. The monument to the War of Independence is also located there. Over the years, the square has gone by many names: Heinaturg (Hay Market), Peetri Plats (Peter’s Square), and Võiduväljak (Victory Square) among them. It was first named Freedom Square in 1939, remaining so way until 1948. The name was readopted in 1989. The defensive structures found at archaeological excavations have been preserved and stored in the parking lot under the square. The remains of the guard gates of the defence tower can be seen at the end of Harju Street through a glass screen.
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    • Significant to the locals

      tripadvisor rating 4 of 5
      September 2, 2023 By Coryy20

      The square means a whole lot to Estoninans but to the visitor it's a meeting place. Freedom square with the Freedom statue is an open square where one can sit and relax or just pass through. Nothing... Read more comments

    • Saw it after walking from the Kierk de Kok

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      May 19, 2023 By LolaGo1

      It is a big cross situated in an area that seemed to be a future small park. During my visit, there are some constructions going on here and it was difficult to admire its significance. Took some... Read more comments

    • Okay place

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      March 21, 2023 By BharathiMani

      This is a historically significant square which symbolises the struggle of the Estonian people. For the tourists it's an okay place but a part of the old town walk. There is a large cross and the... Read more comments