Viljandi - home of Estonian heritage

The heart of the Viljandi tourist area beats in an ancient rhythm. The rhythm contains the past, the present and the future, creation and preservation. It represents centuries of life in this area, strong cultural history and old traditions.

In Viljandi every footprint of land talks of its history, culture and traditions. In 2008 the town won a tourism competition ''Hidden Treasures of Estonia" awarded by the European Commission. Kondas Centre and Estonian Traditional Music Centre are two ventures expressing the culture, and bringing out Viljandi's roots in cultural development.

Green parks, old wooden houses, monuments and small art galleries allow for pleasant walks in the town. Its good location, varied nature and good connecting roads have been convincing merchants since 14th century that this has been an excellent place for trade and stopovers. In 1991 the tradition of Hanseatic Days was revived. During the Hanseatic Days the town is crowded with guests, there are concerts and a handicraft fair, people walk in the streets wearing historical costumes.

Cultural and creative Viljandi is ready to pass its welcoming hand to people from Europe who would like to become a part of real Estonian way of life, its historical backround and cultural wealth.

Viljandi invites all Hanseatic Cities and guests from near and far to the 35^th Hanseatic Days 2015, which will beheld on 4-7 June 2015.