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Is Estonia the most underrated country in Europe and why you should visit it

2022-11-16 23:53:14Lifestyle SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Is Estonia the most underrated country in Europe and why you should visit it
The capital of Estonia, Tallinn

The capital of Estonia, Tallinn, has been declared the "European Green Capital" for 2023, but how much do you really know about this small Baltic country?

For example, did you know that Estonia has five seasons during the year? But what might the fifth season look like and what part of the year is it?

And more importantly, how did Estonia manage to have one of the steepest cities in the world, even being compared to Pisa?

To learn more about why Estonia should be on your travel bucket list, here are some of the weirdest and wonderful facts about this enigmatic European country.

Estonia is a great place for digital nomads and tech lovers

Estonia has more start-up businesses per capita than America's Silicon Valley. With internet mega-companies such as Skype being established in the country, it is no wonder that Wired has named Estonia as the most advanced digital society in the world.

In fact, Estonia has also been rated as one of the countries offering the best internet connectivity in the world, making it a favorite location for people who choose to work remotely.

Through the country's E-Residence program, digital nomads can obtain a government-issued digital identity, gaining access to Estonian services and the country's business environment.

So if you're looking to get away from your home country for a while, but still want to be connected to your whole life, then Estonia is the place to be.

Did you know that Estonia has more than 2,000 islands that you can explore?

Bordered by the Baltic Sea on its northern and western sides, Estonia is home to a multitude of islands, each of which has its own unique charm and characteristics.

One of the most intriguing communities of these islands is that of Kihnu, located just a short ferry ride away from Pwrnu. Often referred to as the home of sailors and fishermen, the residents here dedicate their lives entirely to the ocean. The men spend most of their time at sea and thus, the women rule the island, almost in a matriarchal system.

Search for bears in Estonia

For many of us, the mere thought of being anywhere near wild bears is somewhat scary, but also quite exciting.

Estonia is the country with the largest population of these species in all of Europe and mother bears with their cubs are commonly seen during the spring and summer months.

Search and taste the foods to learn more about the Estonian culinary culture

With the wild world so close, foraging in nature is common to Estonian cuisine which is seen both in high-end restaurants and in the traditional kitchen of an Estonian home.

For any outdoor forager, there are many hiking tours organized by experts in foraging for healthy local food grown in the wild. They will share with you their local experience of where to find the best foods, what to choose and how to store produce during the winter.

What is the fifth season of Estonia?

Between winter and spring, Estonia experiences a wet season like no other country.

With a significant rise in the water level when the winter snow melts, this season is characterized by massive flooding, with residents using boats and canoes as means of transportation. Visitors can also enjoy this phenomenon by boat in Soomaa National Park.

A special event of this strange fifth season can be seen at the Tuhala Witch's Well, in the Nabala-Tuhala Ecological Park.

Tuhala Witch's Well

Every year, the well with a depth of 2.4 meters emerges from its bed, creating a huge flow of 100 liters per second, a scene which fascinates all the inhabitants.

The Leaning Tower of Tartu

Like the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Art Museum in Tartu, which is located in the house that deserves to be called "leaning", had this consequence as a result of weak foundations.

Art Museum in Tartu

Built in 1793 in Estonia's second largest city, originally under the ownership of a noble family, this building slowly began to sink. Fortunately, after a major restoration project, it was saved and became the location of Tartu's impressive art collection.

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