Rakvere | Places to Visit in Estonia
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Rakvere is an old city in northern Estonia about 20 km south of the Gulf of Finland. Its landscape is dominated by the ruins of the 13th century castle that looms over the city. Close to the coast and Lahemaa national park, Rakvere is a popular holiday destination with all the modern comforts set in a picturesque rural setting. Rakvere is also developing a reputation for its alternative edge, a range of punk music festivals and events. The ruins of the castle have been developed as a theme park where visitors can spend a day dressing up as knights and medieval ladies and learn about life in the Middle Ages. There is a torture chamber, a wine cellar, a Red Lanterns Street, an old brothel, and an alchemist's workshop.

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