"As Time Goes By" at Wittenstein Time Center, Paide, Estonia
In 1265 the Livonian Order built a powerful tower in Paide, named Tall Hermann, later Vallitorn. During wars the tower was repeatedly damaged. In 1941 it was blown up by the retreating Soviet troops. The tower was finally restored to its former glory and opened to the public in 1993 for the 700th anniversary of Paide. The 30 m high tower is the symbol of the town and has been used in Paide's coat of arms since 1441.
The Wittenstein Town Centre located in the Vallitorn opened its doors to visitors two years ago and last year it was declared "The most attractive tourism project of the year." ...