Tourist trip to Tallinn for 3 days. Tallinn tours. Dates and availability

The sun is the source of life on the planet. Its rays provide the necessary light and warmth. At the same time, the ultraviolet radiation of the Sun is detrimental to all living things. To find a compromise between the beneficial and harmful properties of the sun, meteorologists calculate the index of ultraviolet radiation, which characterizes the degree of its danger.

What UV radiation from the Sun is

Ultraviolet radiation from the Sun has a wide range and is divided into three regions, two of which reach the Earth.

  • UV-A. Long-wave range radiation
    315-400 nm

    The rays pass almost freely through all atmospheric "barriers" and reach the Earth.

  • UV-B. Medium wavelength range
    280-315 nm

    The rays are 90% absorbed by the ozone layer, carbon dioxide and water vapor.

  • UV-C. Shortwave range
    100-280 nm

    The most dangerous area. They are completely absorbed by stratospheric ozone before reaching the Earth.

The more ozone, clouds and aerosols in the atmosphere, the less the harmful effects of the Sun. However, these saving factors have a high natural variability. The annual maximum of stratospheric ozone occurs in the spring, and the minimum in autumn. Cloudiness is one of the most variable weather characteristics. Carbon dioxide content also changes all the time.

At what values \u200b\u200bof the UV index is there a danger

The UV Index gives an estimate of the amount of UV radiation from the Sun on the Earth's surface. UV Index values \u200b\u200brange from safe 0 to extreme 11+.

  • 0 - 2 Low
  • 3 - 5 Moderate
  • 6 - 7 High
  • 8 - 10 Very high
  • 11+ Extreme

At mid-latitudes, the UV index approaches unsafe values \u200b\u200b(6–7) only at the maximum height of the Sun above the horizon (occurs in late June - early July). At the equator, the UV index reaches 9 ... 11+ points throughout the year.

Why the sun is useful

In small doses, the sun's UV radiation is essential. The sun's rays synthesize melanin, serotonin, vitamin D necessary for our health, and prevent rickets.

Melanin creates a kind of protective barrier for skin cells from the harmful effects of the sun. Because of it, our skin darkens and becomes more elastic.

The hormone of happiness serotonin affects our well-being: it improves mood and increases overall vitality.

Vitamin D strengthens the immune system, stabilizes blood pressure and has antirachitic functions.

Why the sun is dangerous

Taking sun baths, it is important to understand that the line between beneficial and harmful Sun is very thin. Excessive tanning always borders on a burn. Ultraviolet radiation damages DNA in skin cells.

The body's defense system cannot cope with such an aggressive effect. It lowers immunity, damages the retina, causes skin aging and can lead to cancer.

Ultraviolet light destroys the DNA chain

How the sun affects people

Susceptibility to UV radiation depends on skin type. People of the European race are most sensitive to the Sun - for them protection is required already at index 3, and 6 is considered dangerous.

At the same time, for Indonesians and African Americans, this threshold is 6 and 8, respectively.

Who is most affected by the Sun

    People with light
    skin tone

    People with many moles

    Residents of the middle latitudes while vacationing in the south

    Winter lovers
    fishing

    Alpine skiers and climbers

    People with a family history of skin cancer

In what weather is the sun more dangerous

It is a common misconception that the Sun is dangerous only in hot and clear weather. You can get burnt in cool cloudy weather.

Cloudiness, no matter how dense it may be, does not at all reduce the amount of ultraviolet radiation to zero. In mid-latitudes, cloudiness significantly reduces the risk of sunburn, which is not the case with traditional beach destinations. For example, in the tropics, if in sunny weather you can get sunburned in 30 minutes, then in cloudy weather - in a couple of hours.

How to protect yourself from the sun

To protect yourself from harmful rays, follow these simple rules:

    Stay less in the Sun at noon hours

    Wear light-colored clothing, including wide-brimmed hats

    Use protective creams

    Wear sunglasses

    More shade on the beach

Which sunscreen to choose

Sunscreen varies in degree of sun protection and is labeled from 2 to 50+. The numbers indicate the proportion of solar radiation that overcomes the protection of the cream and reaches the skin.

For example, when applying a cream labeled 15, only 1/15 (or 7%) of the UV rays will penetrate the protective film. In the case of 50 cream, only 1/50, or 2%, affect the skin.

Sunscreen creates a reflective layer on the body. At the same time, it is important to understand that no cream can reflect 100% of ultraviolet radiation.

For everyday use, when the time spent under the sun does not exceed half an hour, a cream with protection 15 is quite suitable. For sunbathing on the beach, it is better to take 30 or more. However, for fair-skinned people, it is recommended to use a cream labeled 50+.

How to apply sunscreen

The cream should be applied evenly to all exposed skin, including the face, ears and neck. If you plan to sunbathe long enough, then the cream should be applied twice: 30 minutes before going out and, additionally, before going to the beach.

Specify the required amount for application in the cream instructions.

How to apply sunscreen when swimming

Sunscreen should be applied every time you bathe. Water washes away the protective film and, reflecting the sun's rays, increases the dose of ultraviolet radiation received. Thus, when bathing, the risk of sunburn increases. However, due to the cooling effect, you may not feel the burn.

Excessive sweating and towel drying is also a reason to re-protect your skin.

It should be remembered that on the beach, even under an umbrella, the shade does not provide adequate protection. Sand, water and even grass reflect up to 20% of UV rays, increasing their effect on the skin.

How to protect your eyes

Sunlight bouncing off water, snow or sand can cause painful retinal burns. Use UV-filtered sunglasses to protect your eyes.

Danger to skiers and climbers

In the mountains, the atmospheric filter is thinner. For every 100 meters of altitude, the UV index increases by 5%.

Snow reflects up to 85% of UV rays. In addition, up to 80% of the ultraviolet reflected by the snow cover is again reflected by the clouds.

Thus, the Sun is most dangerous in the mountains. Protecting your face, lower chin and ears is essential even in cloudy weather.

How to deal with sunburn if you're burned

    Sponge your body with a damp sponge to dampen the burn

    Apply an anti-burn cream to the burned areas

    If the temperature rises, consult a doctor, you may be advised to take an antipyretic

    If the burn is severe (the skin is very swollen and blistering), seek medical attention

1 day:

Departure of the Lux Express regular bus to Tallinn from St. Petersburg from bus station (Departure is possible at 06:15, 08:15, 10:30 or the night before at 23:15).

Departure of the train from the Moscow railway station.

Passing the Russian-Estonian border.

At the border the bus has a green corridor.

Arrival of the bus / train to Tallinn.

Meeting at the railway or bus station.

Transfer to the hotel.

Accommodation at the hotel after 14:00.

2nd day:

Buffet breakfast.

Bus and walking tour of Tallinn (when leaving St. Petersburg the night before, an excursion is possible on the first day).

During the bus tour you will see the Pirita area, Kadriorg, Song Festival Grounds, Kadriorg Park, the Rusalka monument.
During the walking tour, you will see the main sights of Old Tallinn: Town Hall Square, Parliament, observation decks, Dome Cathedral, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and much more.

Free time. Independent visit to the shopping centers of Tallinn "Virukeskus", "Tallinna Kaubamaia", "Kristina Keskus", "Rocca all Mare Keskus", "Stockman", "Rotermanni Keskus".

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»Baltic States» Tours to Estonia

"To Tallinn for 3 days"

sightseeing tour to Estonia

Excursion tour to Tallinn for 3 days, including bus and walking tours around the capital of Estonia with a tour of the main attractions!

Arrivals for 3 days * ANY DAY OF THE WEEK!

1 day

Arrival at Tallinn... Meeting tourists at the railway station. Transfer or escort to the hotel - handing over things to the locker * Accommodation at the hotel after 14:00.

Walking tour of the Old Town: a walk through the narrow streets of medieval Tallinn, legends and traditions, a live story about the life arrangement of the rich sea fortress city, its holidays and troubles, its famous inhabitants and mythical heroes.

2 day

Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.

Bus sightseeing tour of Tallinn: Tallinn Bay, Pirita resort area, Olympic center and the ruins of St. Brigid's monastery. Stop at the monument "Mermaid", a photo against the background of the famous Song Festival Grounds and a walk in the Kadriorg imperial park. Old Town: Freedom Square and Tallinn Theaters: Opera and Ballet, National Drama and Russian Drama.

Free time in the city center.

Day 3

Breakfast at the hotel restaurant. Release of numbers. Transfer to the railway station (delivery of things to the storage room).