Estonia

The territory encompasses extensive coastal areas along the Baltic Sea and Gulf of Finland, with terrain characterized by lowland plains, numerous lakes, and peat bogs that define the natural landscape across its 45,339 square kilometers.

The Danish crusaders established control in the thirteenth century, followed by Swedish and Russian rule through successive centuries. Independence declared in 1918 ended after Soviet annexation in 1940, with restoration achieved in 1991 following peaceful resistance.

Estonian song festivals unite choirs and orchestras in performances that draw tens of thousands of participants, reflecting a tradition where musical expression serves as a pillar of national identity and community cohesion.

Visitors require no visa for stays under 90 days if traveling from Schengen countries. The capital Tallinn has an international airport with connections to major European cities. Public transportation operates efficiently in urban areas, with English widely understood in tourist services.

More than 1,500 meteorite craters dot the landscape, with Kaali crater field on Saaremaa Island containing impact sites from approximately 7,500 years ago that feature in local folklore as the birthplace of the sun.

Location: Jändja küla

Location: Türi vald

Inception: February 24, 1918

Capital city: Tallinn

Part of: Baltic states, Northern Europe, European Union, European Economic Area

Shares border with: Latvia, Russia, Sweden

Website: https://valitsus.ee

GPS coordinates: 58.75238,25.33191

Latest update: November 30, 2025 16:05