Fluidr / David&Bonnie's "Estonia" set

Courtyard Fountain at the Schlössle Hotel, Tallinn, Estonia

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The Church of St. Olav (Oleviste Kirik), built in 1549, with a tower reaching 159 m, was the tallest building in the world, a record that was kept until 1625. Then, due to a fire caused by lightning, the church burned completely. The tower that exists now only reaches to 124 m, but still dominates the old town.

Pikk Street, with Old Town Hall Tower, Tallinn, Estonia

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Window, Olevimagi Street, Tallinn, Estonia

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Gothic Window Tracery, St. Olav's Church, Tallinn, Estonia

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St. Olav's Church in Tallinn, Estonia, is believed to have been built in the 12th century and to have been the center for old Tallinn's Scandinavian community before Denmark conquered Tallinn in 1219. Its dedication relates to King Olaf II of Norway, It was extensively rebuilt during the 14th century.

In origin, St Olaf's was part of the Roman Catholic Church. However, from the time of the Reformation the church has been part of the Lutheran tradition. St Olaf's became a Baptist church in 1950. The Baptist congregation continues to meet at St Olaf's today.

From 1944 until 1991, the Soviet KGB used the spire as a radio tower and surveillance point.