Kloostrimetsa, Forest subdistrict in Pirita, Estonia
Kloostrimetsa is a forest subdistrict in Pirita that spans over 100 hectares of woodland. The area contains the Tallinn TV Tower, botanical gardens, and numerous forest paths that crisscross the landscape.
The area developed near the medieval Pirita Monastery and became a residential zone following the construction of the Tallinn Botanical Garden in the 1960s. The region transformed from a monastic landscape into a modern leisure and residential area.
The Metsakalmistu cemetery here serves as a resting place for notable Estonian writers, artists, and political figures within a woodland setting. This location has become an important memorial space reflecting the nation's cultural heritage and history.
The area is accessible by public transportation from central Tallinn, with buses serving the Botanical Garden and TV Tower. Walking through the forest paths is straightforward, as trails are well-marked and easy to follow.
The area once hosted a motorcycle racing circuit that operated from 1933 until 2006, when it closed due to forest conservation needs. This racing heritage is barely visible today in the peaceful woodland landscape.
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