Excursion to Setomaa

August 23rd 09:00-17:00, price: 90 €, duration: ca 8 h.

Guide: Helen Alumäe (+372 5294 033)

Meeting point: the lower parking area (Vanemuise alumine parkla) in front of the theatre Vanemuine (on Ülikooli street!) by 9:00:

1 group (in English), 5 spots still available!

Setomaa: Estonia’s Exotic Borderland
The bus journey takes us to the south-eastern corner of Estonia, to Setomaa – the land of Seto people, which is known for its well-preserved heritage culture. Seto leelo, a special way of polyphonic singing has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage list. During the tour, we will

• visit the Seto Farm Museum,
• visit the Obinitsa Studio Gallery,
• learn about Seto farm architecture, tools, and handicraft,
• observe the dressing process of a Seto woman in traditional attire,
• listen to the Seto leelo choir,
• step into some sacred places,
• and enjoy traditional Seto food.

  

All of this is included in the tour price!

The excursion will be guided by the Setomaa tour guide Helen Alumäe.

 

Photos: Setomaa muuseumid and Wikipedia