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St. Olaf's Church (Tallinn)

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St. Olaf's Church (Tallinn)

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    October 4, 2017

    Hiking

    A long, long time ago - to be precise from 1549 to 1625, this 13th-century church was the tallest building in the world.
    The gigantic, 159 meters high tower was probably intended as an orientation for arriving ships, but involuntarily became a lightning rod. Throughout history, the tower was hit by lightning and burned down three times.
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    August 3, 2018

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    The assertion made by various authorities that the church was the tallest building in the world between 1549 and 1625, with an allegedly 159 meter high tower, is based on a mistake. In fact, the height of the church tower built in 1549 was according to new estimates at 115 to 125 meters, so similar to today's tower.
    Source: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olaikirche
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    August 9, 2024

    Hiking

    The Olai Church towers over Toompea Hill. Because of the magnificent view over Tallinn, a visit to the tower is recommended, even if you have to climb 258 steps on a narrow spiral staircase.
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