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46 EST ONIA REGION B Y REGION

Estonia at a Glance
ESTONIA
The smallest of the Baltic States, Estonia is divided into
two geographical regions, Western Estonia and Eastern
LATVIA
Estonia. Apart from the hilly region in the southeast,
most of the country is low-lying and is punctuated with LITHUANIA
innumerable lakes and rivers. Estonia’s deeply indented
coastline and archi pelago of many islands offer some
dramatic scenery. The country is sparsely populated
and made up of forests, wet lands and peatbogs that
teem with wildlife.

Tallinn (see pp58–87), the
capital of Estonia, is among
the best-preserved historic
cities in Northern Europe.
The city is a compact and
harmonious blend of medieval
and modern architecture.
Maardu
Tallinn TALLINN
(see pp58–87)
Paldiski
Keila
0 km 30
0 miles 30 Kohila

Rapla
Paide
Märjamaa
Kärdla Haapsalu
Türi
Hiiumaa WESTERN ESTONIA
Island (see pp88–105)
Käina
Lihula Vändra
Muhu
Island
Pärnu Sindi
Saaremaa
Island

Kuressaare Kilingi-
Kihnu Nõmme
Island
Gulf of Rīga

Kuressaare
(see p98)

Pärnu (see pp102–3) is the summer capital of
Estonia, thanks to its pristine beach and relaxed,
resort-like ambience. It offers plenty to do and
see, and boasts some stunning architecture. It is
also close to Kihnu Island and two national parks.
The red roofs of Tallinn’s Old Town, with the industrial port beyond