(BNS) - On Saturday, May 15th, a fish market was opened in the immediate vicinity of the Old Town of Tallinn at the Fishery Port. For the time being it will be open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The city government said that the aim of the fish market was to offer fishermen an opportunity to market their fresh catch and to add another sight to the city. In addition to trading, it is also possible to take part in excursions, hear songs about the sea, and watch seamen's games and competitions.

The fish market was opened on a property belonging to Pro Kapital Eesti at 1 Kalarand Street. It is the location of a historical market where fish trade went on a hundred years ago.

After the market day the market square will become an open city space where people can spend free time, walk around, and see sights connected with the sea. An old fishing boat, the Solveig, will be anchored at the fish port in the future. It will be open for visits and the plans are to open an information point there.