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Estonia is bigger than the Netherlands or Denmark by area, but is one of the least densely populated countries in the EU, with 1.3 million people. Ethnic Estonians make up 69% of the population, and Russians 26%. The heaviest concentrations of Russians are in the north-east (Ida-Viru County) and Tallinn.
The history of Estonia forms a part of the history of Europe. Humans settled in the region of Estonia near the end of the last glacial era, beginning from around 9000 BC. Before German crusaders invaded in the early 13th century, proto-Estonians of ancient Estonia worshipped spirits of nature. [1]
After centuries of Danish, Swedish, German, and Russian rule, Estonia attained independence in 1918. Forcibly incorporated into the USSR in 1940, it regained its freedom in 1991 with the collapse of the Soviet Union and has since joined NATO, the EU, and the OECD.
The Parliament of Estonia resides in Toompea Castle in the central part of Tallinn, the Baroque style wing of the ancient stronghold was built in 1767-1773. Image: Kaupo Kalda Political System The political system of Estonia is that of a Parliamentary Democracy. Chief of state is the president, head of government is the prime minister.
Estonia is the first country to fully embrace e-voting. Embark on a nomadic adventure where medieval streets lead to innovative hubs, and let Estonia inspire your most creative endeavors. A digital society means less time is wasted and more time is spent on meaningful things.
Estonia is a unitary multiparty republic with one legislative body; the head of state is the president, and the head of government is the prime minister. It was invaded by Vikings in the 9th century and later by Danes, Swedes, and Russians, but the Estonians were able to withstand the assaults until the Danes took control in 1219.
The cheapest ticket to Estonia from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $377. The most popular route is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Tallinn Ulemiste and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $448.
