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A seaside pavilion in Haapsalu, Estonia
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Haapsalu is a resort town on the west coast of Estonia. Part of Lääne County, it has a population of 12,000 people (2011 estimate).
Haapsalu has a history going back to 1279. It was part of the bishipric of Ösel-Wiek and has the largest single-nave cathedral among the Baltic states. Its location by the sea has made it a popular summer resort, particularly for the wealthy and the aristocrats from Saint Petersburg.
Haapsalu is popular for its mud therapy, which is said to provide relief to a number of ailments. Today the town has a number of mud spas catering to a steady stream of patrons.
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Visiting Haapsalu
You can reach Haapsalu by taking a bus from Tallinn and other major cities in Estonia.Places of Interest in Haapsalu
- Haapsalu Castle
Castle dating to 1228, and is the center of the Bishipric of Ösel-Wiek. - Läänemaa Museum
Local county museum occupying the former Town Hall. It displays a rotating selection of exhibits. - Ilon Wikland
A children's recreation center.
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