Karksi Primeval Valley and Order Castle Ruins

The Karksi Primeval Valley and Order Castle Ruins are in Karksi-Nuia, Viljandi County, combining historic architectural heritage with a steep-sided valley. The castle hill overlooks the Linnaveski mill pond; the remains of the walls of the medieval Order castle recall the site's former defensive role. St. Peter's Church was later built next to the ruins, and the Lieven burial chapel stands nearby. You can explore the area at your own pace, looking at buildings from different eras and noticing the valley's relief. A trip from Viljandi suits anyone who wants to see both the Mulgimaa landscape and traces of architecture on a single walk.