The Zone at Jägala River

Here, on Jägala river Andrey Tarkovsky filmed the Zone for Stalker. Here, in the ruins of Jägala-Joa hydropower plant the mythical “wish-granting room” was located. Jägala-Joa hydropower plant was partially blown up during the Second World War by the retreating Red Army – a terribly sad story which created a perfect setting for the sci-fi movie. Since then, the building has undergone extensive renovations and now is in operation again so visits inside are not possible. Still, the Stalker fans will recognise the doorway and flat-roofed wings. 

Bonus fact: in 1987 another sci-fi movie was filmed here - The End of Eternity, based on the book by Issak Asimov. 

Sources: Wikipedia, https://www.bfi.org.uk/features/andrei-tarkovsky-stalker-locations

Photo: Hannu

Note: The picture was taken in 2009 while the power plant was still undergoing renovation.