Rainbow gas tank on Commercial Point, view from a bus moving on Southeast Expy. Boston, Massachusetts, January 25, 2005.
Rainbow gas tank on Commercial Point, view from a bus moving on Southeast Expy. Boston, Massachusetts, November 3, 2004
Intersection of Pikk Street (Pikk ta"nav) and Pikk jalg ("Long Leg" street) in Tallinn s Old Town. The corner building with the distinctive red mansard roof and "VeTa" sign is Pikk 1. This historic structure currently houses a flagship store for VeTa, an Estonian fashion brand known for its knitwear and linen clothing. The shop s entrance is directly on the corner, inviting visitors coming down from Toompea Hill or entering the Lower Town. To the left of the VeTa building is the start of Pikk jalg (Long Leg), a historic cobblestone ramp that historically served as the main carriage road connecting the Lower Town (residence of merchants) to Toompea (seat of nobility and power). Just out of frame to the left would be the Pikk jalg Gate Tower (Pika jala va"ravatorn), a 14th-century defensive structure that controlled traffic between the two distinct parts of the medieval city. This spot marks the transition between the bustling commercial streets of the Lower Town and the fortified administrative center on the hill. It s a popular starting point for exploring the Old Town s main artery, Pikk Street, which runs all the way to the Great Coastal Gate. Tallinn, Estonia, October 16, 2025
A quiet, atmospheric section of Pikk Street (near Pikk 5 and 7), one of the oldest and most important commercial streets in medieval Tallinn. Veta Fashion (Pikk 6/8): On the left, the brightly lit shop window belongs to Veta, a well-known Estonian brand specializing in knitwear and linen clothing. The building itself features a classic stucco fac,ade with large display windows that invite passersby to look in. On the right, the building with the blue-and-red wooden door (Pikk 5) is home to the Noku Klubi, a somewhat "secret" bohemian cultural club and restaurant located on the upper floor. The heavy, colorful door is a distinctive landmark for locals knowing where to find this hidden gem. Further up on the right, the red brick building with Gothic-style pointed arches stands out against the plastered facades, adding texture and historical depth to the streetscape. Tallinn, Estonia, October 16, 2025