Tallinn is the capital and largest city of Estonia, with a population of over 406,000 people. It is located in northern Estonia on the Gulf of Finland. Tallinn has a long history as a settlement dating back over 5,000 years, though it was first mentioned by name in 1050. Some of Tallinn's top tourist attractions include Toompea Hill with its cathedrals, Kadriorg Park, and the Song Celebration Grounds, an outdoor venue built in 1959 that hosts large music festivals.