Estonia is a country on the crossroads. Being located in north-eastern Europe gives Estonia its unique cultural character combining the Nordic traits with Eastern and Western influences. While covering 45,339 square kilometres, and being in the same size category with Denmark or Switzerland, Estonia’s population tops just 1.3 million, which makes it a country of untouched nature and wildlife. Estonians hold very dear to their forests and unique-looking bogs.
Those not so interested in nature will not be disappointed either. Estonia has a rich and colourful history that manifests itself in majestic manor houses, medieval forts, quaint small towns, fisherman villages and in a wide variety of museums.
But it is not just the geographical position or the cultural background that sets Estonia on the crossroads – it is also the ability to combine traditions with up-to-date technical solutions and entrepreneurial spirit focusing on innovation. Estonia is a country with most start-ups per capita and many state-developed e-solutions that make the everyday life so much easier for its citizens.
Environment
Over half of Estonian territory is forested.
Agriculture
More than one-fifth of Estonian farmland is certified organic.
Nature conservation
Wildlife preserves comprise 23% of Estonia.
Landscape
No point in Estonia is more than 10 kilometers from a bog.
Coastal culture
There are 2,317 islands in Estonia.
Air quality
Our air is the second-cleanest in Europe.
Room to breathe
Estonia has one of the lowest population densities in Europe.
Digital society
In Estonia, 99% of public services are available online 24 hours a day.
e-Pioneers
Estonia was the first country in the world to offer e-residency and i-voting.
Tallinn, which is the capital and also the biggest city of Estonia, has a population of about 400,000 people. It is known for its intact medieval city centre that has been listed among UNESCO world heritage sites since 1997. Visitors find themselves fascinated by the town’s ability to blend medieval architecture with Nordic modernity whilst still retaining a unique sense of Estonian identity.
The city’s official tourist information office is best equipped to answer any questions regarding interesting places to visit.
Tallinn Tourist Information Centre
Give them a call +372 645 7777 or visit the webpage www.visittallinn.ee.
There is something for everyone!
In the end of May, the Estonian weather can change quickly. There are often sunny, rainy and windy days in Tallinn and the temperature varies from +13C to +20C.
Local Emergency Number is 112.
The power supply is 220-230 volts (plug: two round prongs).
Local time: Eastern European Summer Time (GMT+3)
Money and banks
Estonia uses the Euros and you can pay with card (also contactless) everywhere. ATMs can be found all around Tallinn. NB! Estonian ATMs give you your money first, then return the card. The machine asks you if you are done with your transactions, then it will give you back the card. ENG language options are available.
Internet
Public Wi-Fi is available in nearly every café, restaurant and hotel. We recommend using eSIM via the app Airalo if you wish to purchase larger amount of data. It’s very affordable.
For more information on attractions and sights in Tallinn and Estonia please go to visittallinn.ee and visitestonia.com.
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