Port of Pärnu (Estonian: Pärnu sadam) is a port in Pärnu, Estonia. The port is located on both side of Pärnu River.[1]
| Port of Pärnu | |
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 Port of Pärnu | |
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| Location | |
| Country | Estonia |
| Location | Pärnu |
| Coordinates | 58°23′00″N 24°28′48″E / 58.3833°N 24.48°E |
| Details | |
| Operated by | AS Pärnu Sadam |
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| Website parnusadam | |
The first mention of the port dates back in 13th century.[1] The flourishing of port started at the end of 18th century and at the beginning of 19th century. The main exports of the port being timber and flax.[1]
In modern times, the port has regular cruises between Kihnu and Ruhnu.[1]
Mole of Pärnu
editTo protect the port area, the Mole of Pärnu (Pärnu Breakwaters) was built. The total length of two breakwaters is 5 km. The breakwaters were built in 1863–1864.[2][3]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b c d "Pärnu sadam – Mereviki". mereviki.vta.ee. Retrieved 22 December 2020.
- ^ "Pärnu Breakwaters / Description". turismiweb.ee. Retrieved 22 December 2020.
- ^ "The mole of Pärnu". VisitParnu. Retrieved 22 December 2020.
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