Supilinn (Estonian for "Soup Town") is a neighbourhood of Tartu, Estonia. It is located just north of the city centre, on the right bank of Emajõgi River. Supilinn has a population of 1,863 (as of 31 December 2013).[1] With an area of 0.48 km2 (0.19 sq mi) it is the smallest neighbourhood of Tartu.[1] Supilinn is especially famous for being a former slum, mostly consisting of 1–2 floored wooden apartment buildings.
Supilinn | |
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Neighbourhood of Tartu | |
 Marja street in Supilinn. | |
 Location of Supilinn in Tartu. | |
| Country | Estonia |
| County | Tartu County |
| City | Tartu |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.48 km2 (0.19 sq mi) |
| Population (31.12.2013[1]) | |
| • Total | 1,863 |
| • Density | 3,900/km2 (10,000/sq mi) |
| Website | www |
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Gallery
Entrance to Supilinn from the city centre, Herne (Pea) street.
Meloni (Melon) street
Flood of Emajõgi beside Supilinn
Oa (Bean) street
Skaters on the street Herne
See also
References
External links
- Official website (in Estonian)
58°23′12.52″N 26°42′46.1″E / 58.3868111°N 26.712806°E