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Best Things To Do In Tallinn, Estonia
Just only 85 km (53 miles) from Helsinki, Finland lies Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. Situated near the Baltic Sea, it was formerly part of the Soviet Union and with links to Sweden and Denmark. Estonia has a population of 1.5 million; 450,000 live in Tallinn. The country’s long history and characteristics are all embedded in its tri-coloured flag which symbolises the following: • Blue stands for loyalty. It also represents the blue skies, seas and lakes. • Black represents the past oppression and the rich soil of the country. • White stands for Estonia's long struggle for freedom and independence. It’s also a representation of the winter snow.
A Backpacker’s Gem: 15 Valuable Things To Do In Estonia
A hidden gem often overlooked by backpackers, Estonia is definitely underrated for all it has to offer. Acquired by the Nazis and Soviets during the war, it has only had 25 years of independence, despite having a deep and dark history. On a visit you will unveil its dark past as you visit its countless museums and gain a life lesson or two from Russian old believers, yet be surprised by the interesting Estonian cuisine and fall in love with its wild coastline and endless picturesque Christmas-tree forests that make up so much of this country. Listed below are 15 valuable things to do in Estonia; get ready to pack your bags and explore deep in this backpacker's gem.
10 Handpicked Things To Do In Tartu, Estonia
Estonia is an eastern European country that sits on the eastern shores of the Baltic Sea and has had quite a history. Once part of the Soviet Union, Estonia is one of the newer members of the European Union and is setting itself as a top tourist destination in the region. One of the cities you must see when visiting Estonia is Tartu, known as the intellectual capital of the country. It is where you will find the oldest university in the country, the University of Tartu, and several museums, so expect that majority of the population are students and intellectuals. Because of the youthful community in this historic city, you can also look forward to a lot of exciting nightlife. For more itinerary ideas, read through our list of the top things to do in Tartu, Estonia.