Memorial · Tallinn · Updated on 1 November 2026.

Memorial War of Independence Victory Column in Tallinn

War of Independence Victory Column is a memorial in Tallinn, Harju County. This place has an audio tour of about 2 minutes, in English or Dutch. 29 of the 50 well-known points of interest nearby are within 1 km. Within 100 m you'll find a bench and a public toilet.

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Memorial War of Independence Victory Column in Tallinn

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Audio tour · War of Independence Victory Column

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You're standing on Freedom Square in Tallinn, in front of the War of Independence Victory Column. In Estonian it's called Vabadussõja võidusammas. Take a look up. The pillar is 23.5 metres tall and made of 143 glass plates. At the top sits the Cross of Liberty, Estonia's most distinguished award, created in 1919. So what you're really looking at is one giant, glowing medal.

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50 well-known points of interest nearby, those with an audio tour first. 29 of the 50 well-known points of interest nearby are within 1 km.

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