Kassisaba, Residential subdistrict in Kesklinn, Tallinn, Estonia.
Kassisaba is a residential subdistrict in western Kesklinn with a mix of wooden buildings and contemporary structures across its urban landscape. The area displays different architectural styles that have developed side by side over time.
The neighborhood's name comes from 17th-century fortification systems, where elevated defense points called Katze connected to defensive pathways. These fortifications shaped the area's original structure and layout.
The neighborhood contains numerous wooden two-story residential buildings from the early 1900s, decorated with detailed wooden ornaments on their facades. These characteristic structures shape the street appearance and reflect the craftsmanship traditions of that era.
The area provides access to essential facilities such as Wismari Hospital, Jakob Westholm Gymnasium, and government offices. Visitors should recognize this as a lived residential district where everyday life of residents takes place.
Falgi Park serves as the central green space and is surrounded by streets named after significant Estonian cultural figures. This naming reflects the cultural appreciation embedded in how the residential area was designed.
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