Travel to Estonia
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Total area: 45 228 km²
Population: 1 307 605
Capital: Tallinn (410 050)
Time zone: Winter: GMT + 2 Summer: GMT + 3
Official language: Estonian. Russian, Finnish, English and German are also understood and widely spoken.
Currency: Euro
Ethnic composition: Estonian 52.3%, Russian 38.5%, Ukrainian 3.9%, other 5,3%.
Religion: Lutheran (30%), Russian Orthodox (28%), and Catholic (3%). Only about 20% of Estonians practice any religion.
Government: Parliamentary RepublicMember of: European Union, NATO, World Trade Organization
Length of coastline: 3,794 km
Highest point: Suur Munamägi 318 m
Natural resources: Peat, phosphorite, clay, limestone, sand, dolomite, arable land, sea mud. Large reserves of phosphorite, pitchblende and granite.
Industry and environment: construction 12%, machinery and chemical industry.
Geography: Estonia is located in Northern Europe in the north-eastern part of the Baltic Sea region.
Weather: Fairly cold winter, a cool spring with little precipitation, a moderately warm summer and a long and rainy autumn. However, some summers have weeks at a stretch of temperatures around +30°C, and a warm, sunny summer can keep autumn at bay until mid-October. Average temperature in July +18,7°C. Average temperature in February -7°C
Emergency Number: 112 Electricity: 220 Volts/50 Hz. European-style 2-pin plugs are in use.
International telephone: To call Tallinn from abroad, dial your international access code and 372 for Estonia and then the telephone number. Calling abroad, dial 00 and the country code.
Banks: Most banks are open 09:00-17:00 Mon-Fri; some are open Sat 09:00-13:00.
Opening Hours: Shops are generally open from around 10:00-19:00 Mon-Fri and 11:00-16:00 Sat. Some department stores and supermarkets stay open seven days a week.
Flag: The blue-black-white flag was first consecrated at Otepää on 4 June 1884, as the flag of the Estonian University Student Association. During the following years the blue-black-white flag became a national symbol.
Coat of arms: The coat of arms of Estonia is a golden shield which includes three slim blue passant guardant lions in the middle, with oak branches along the side of the shield.
National anthem: The Estonian national anthem "My Native Land..." is a choral-like melody arranged by Fredrik Pacius, a Finnish composer of German origin, in 1843. In Estonia, Johann Voldemar Jannsen's lyrics were set to this melody and sung at the first Estonian Song Festival in 1869.
Tallinn Old Town Tour
Tallinn has one of the most delightful and well preserved medieval old town which has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List..1
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Kadriorg Park and Pirita Tour
The Kadriorg and Pirita districts are long-time favorites among locals and foreigners. Kadriorg is famed for its impressive baroque palace and park complex built by Peter I, as well as the Estonian President`s residence. Pirita attracts thousands from the city and beyond with its well-developed beach..1
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Open Air Museum Rocca al Mare
Just a short pleasant drive from the Old City you will be introduced to the past of Estonia. The museum gathers a fine collection of 17th - 19th century rural architecture from all over the Estonia..1
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Lahemaa National Park Tour
Enjoy lovely landscape and a thrilling stroll through the exciting nature trails across marshlands, meadows and forests along the shores of the Baltic Sea. Feel the smell and sounds of the nature in Estonia..1
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Christmas Time in Helsinki & Tallinn
Christmas is great time to embrace the cold, to enjoy traditional celebrations with hot wine, gingerbread in local Christmas markets, to attempt Christmas concerts and take a joy from winter activities. Experience Christmas spirit and atmosphere in Helsinki and Tallinn!5
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Christmas Markets in the Baltics
Christmas is great time to embrace the cold, to enjoy traditional celebrations with hot wine, gingerbread in local Christmas markets, to attempt Christmas organ concerts and participate in winter activities in the Baltic states. Enjoy Christmas spirit and atmosphere! Experience traditions in the Baltic states..6
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Traditional Baltic Cuisine
Experience the authentic and historic flavors of the region and learn more about the local culture, people and heritage. Enjoy the medieval feast, explore centuries old knowledge of beer brewing and learn steps of the folk dances. Get a taste of traditional Baltic cuisine through the centuries!6
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Classic Baltic Tour
Classic Baltic Tour gives guests unique opportunity to explore the most beautiful and historical places of Baltic countries. Riga and Tallinn are known as Hanseatic cities with narrow lanes in Old Towns, while Vilnius more represents Baroque style with gorgeous churches, in total more than 40..7
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Baltic Highlights Tour
The Baltic Highlights tour - gives guests an unique opportunity to discover the most beautiful and historical places of the 3 Baltic countries. 8 days will ensure great and memorable impressions of gorgeous Hanseatic Town squares, many historical buildings and significant castles..8
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Baltic Food Tour
The Baltic region`s gastronomic heritage accomplishes the current global dining trend - natural, seasonal, grown near home and prepared by respecting old traditions. Surprise your tastes` buds with true abundance given by the nature - game, mushrooms and berries supplied from our forests, vegetables, and fruits from gardens and fishes from the Baltic Sea. Enjoy the genuine taste of the Baltic states!8
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Treasures of the Baltics Tour
Tour Treasures of Baltics - provides guests a unique opportunity to discover and explore the most beautiful and historical places of 4 capitals. 7 days will ensure memorable impressions of gorgeous Hanseatic Town squares, many historical buildings, significant castles and gorgeous churches..8
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Baltic Jewish Heritage Tour
Vilnius used to be an important European Jewish center. From the 14th century onwards Jews settled in the city, and by the 18th century Vilnius was known as the Jerusalem of the North. Visit Tallinn, Riga and Vilnius and learn about Baltic Jewish history and life in the Baltic states..9
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UNESCO Heritage Sites of the Baltics
Discover marvelous man-made and natural UNESCO World Heritage sights in the Baltic states. The route will introduce you with many historical and charming places while the guides will enlighten about Intangible Cultural Heritage - the Baltic Way, Song and Dance Festivals and the world`s largest Folk Song collection.10
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Poland & the Baltic States
During the tour you will be able to see four beautiful countries, learn about their history and amazing culture. 11 days will ensure great and memorable impressions of gorgeous Hanseatic Town squares, many historical buildings, significant castles, gorgeous churches, cathedrals and palaces..12
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Lapland & the Baltic States
Enjoy a true spirit of Christmas time and winter Wonderland! Combine the visit of amazing Lapland and all three Baltic States. Discover the beauty of the white snowy winter and spice up your trip with truly fascinating reindeer sledging, the Northern Light watching and quietness of the Artic night..10
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Grand Baltic Tour
Discover the Lithuanian, Latvian and Estonian culture and history in depth. Learn the about the Baltic nations and their development. Enjoy the most visited sights and charming towns and cities at the Baltic Sea coastline..15
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