Toomemägi
Toomemägi is a hill in Tartu, Estonia.
Geologically, Toomemägi is part of the Emajõgi's ancient valley.
Toomemägi is the site of Tartu's beginnings. By the 7th century CE, local inhabitants had built wooden fortifications on the east side of Toomemägi. In medieval times, there was also a bishop's castle.
Landmarks on Toomemägi:
- Tartu Cathedral
- Gunpowder [Cellar of Tartu]
- University of [Tartu Old Observatory]
- several monuments to people related to the University of Tartu
- Supreme Court of Estonia
- Devil's Bridge
- Angel's Bridge