Uus Maailm

Uus Maailm (Estonian for "New World") is a subdistrict (asum) in the district of Kesklinn (Midtown), Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. It has a population of 7,442 (As of 1 January 2015).[1]

For the 2011 Estonian documentary film, see The New World (2011 film).

Uus Maailm
Subdistrict of Tallinn
Uus Maailm within the district of Kesklinn (Midtown).
CountryEstonia
CountyHarju County
CityTallinn
DistrictKesklinn
Population
 (01.01.2015[1])
 • Total7,442

The subdistrict is named in reference to several "America" streets ("Greater America", "Lesser America" and "Middle America") in the area, named after the 19th century inn called "America".[2]

Jaan Tootsen has directed the documentary film The New World (2011), on life in the area.

  • Estonian Ministry of Finance
  • "Kitseküla" train station on Tehnika street.

References
  1. "Statistical Yearbook of Tallinn 2015". Tallinn City Government. p. 38. Retrieved 25 October 2015.
  2. Dictionary of Estonian Place names - Uus Maailm

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