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Estonia Fast Facts
  • Country:
  • Republic of Estonia
  • Area:
  • 45,227 km2
  • Population:
  • 1,340,194
  • Capital city:
  • Tallinn
  • Languages:
  • Estonian
  • Currency:
  • Euro (€) (EUR)
  • Country dialing code :
  • +372
  • Religion :
  • Evangelical Lutheran, Russian Orthodox, Estonian Orthodox, Baptist, Methodist, Seventh-Day Adventist, Roman Catholic, Pentecostal, Word of Life, Jewish
  • Drives on :
  • the Right

When you visit Estonia, you could initially get the impression that the place is meant for only for party lover and all those reckless party animals. Once you stay here for some time, you would see the real color of the country. It has its own taste for arts and crafts and everything else of intellect and artisan. The culture and the heritage of Estonia are worth an experience for people of any age group. While you are here, you could shop. Shop till you drop. You could get a hand full of ceramic Souvenirs, graphics, wood carvings, knitted woolens and jewelry. Estonia is famous for its music and its liquor. Have fun!


Estonia has something to offer for every single shopper. Estonia has seen many wars and attacks since 13th of century. The country has fought and has always struggled to maintain its freedom. I would call the country the little fighter country of Europe. Estonia finally achieved a state of self rule in the year 1991 and since then the country has a stable economy and political state. It is easy to be in Estonia and to live here and experience. People here would generally be warm and carefree. As a visitor you would take back a lot of pleasant human memories while on your way back from vacationing in northern Europe.

Food in the country has a little influence of other European countries and is non conventional as well according to world’s normal standards. The food here is said to be a result of seasons. The staple drink here is Vodka and beer. You would see a lot of Pork, rye bread, potatoes and dairy products on the menu while you are here. I suggest you visit the place a little later in the in the week. The real Estonian spirit could be caught at the maximum level beginning from Thursday 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Saturday. That is the time you would see Estonians in the highest of spirits and at their best mood.

Tallinn

The capital city and the real life hub of the country. The city is competitive and modern; it is definitely the innovative capital. The city, being the capital city of the country, has a wide range of accommodation options for you. A wide range of restaurants and events to choose from. Tallinn has a medieval architecture and it is rich. There is a feel of real Europe with a slight unique identity of Estonia and it could be just amazing for you to be a part of this culture for a short duration.


Tartu

The favorite of all the youngsters in the country. Tartu is the city of the university and you would see a huge students crowd hanging around everywhere in the city. City of Tartu has popular kissing sculpture. The legendary ghost of Tartu could be an exciting memory for you to share with your friends and relatives back home.


Narva

Narva, the city of castle in the country. You could experience the soviet architecture and the city is largely populated by Russian language speakers. The city houses the best preserved castle of Estonia, Harmann Fortress it overlooks the Narva River. This is a must visit for all you history lovers.


Parnu

The city is beautiful and is the place for a summer vacation. There is a huge seaside resort and it plays host to a large number of events and festivals. The place is popular for its exotic spa. Parnu is also the place where you could turn into a real party animal while vacationing.


I would love to take you around Estonia or to plan a travel guide for you in such a way that you could get the maximum of out of your visit here in Estonia. I have been a witness to so many visitors who have come here and went home loaded with small gift items for family and friends. The warm and welcoming nature of Estonia is very very consuming to most of the people. Especially Asians, come here and go back as somebody who would return to Estonia once more in their lifetime.


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