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Facts about Estonia - 30 things you (might) not know

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Here are the facts about Estonia - 30 things you (maybe) didn't know about the country. Estonia is known as the land of song and has a beautiful capital city, Tallinn. Does it end there? Nope! There's an underwater prison, the world's largest pine tree, where Sweden beat the Russians in Narva and the world's highest ceiling in a pub. Let's go!

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Keila waterfall in Estonia - and a romantic park

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In co-operation with the Estonian Tourist Board

Keila Waterfall in Estonia is the country's third largest waterfall and is located just southwest of the capital Tallinn. For us, the waterfall was a great last stop during our motorhome trip around Estonia, before taking the ferry from Paldiski back to Sweden.

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10 things to do in Tartu, Estonia

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What to do in Tartu, Estonia? We spent three days in this Estonian city, doing everything from walking tours and museums to pubs and rallies. Here are some photos from our days in the city, as well as tips for those looking for things to see and do in Tartu.

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Haapsalu, Estonia - noise village charm on the coast

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In co-operation with the Estonian Tourist Board

Haapsalu in Estonia is a beautiful wooden town on the Estonian coast. It has the luxury of a health resort but also a simple charm reminiscent of Bullerbyn. Perhaps it is no coincidence that Ilon Wikland, who illustrated many of Astrid Lindgren's books, grew up here.

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Rummu quarry in Estonia - prison turned bathing paradise

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In co-operation with the Estonian Tourist Board

Rummu quarry in Estonia is a very different kind of sun and bathing paradise, where you can swim or dive around a sunken prison. The crystal clear and shimmering green water has transformed the site into an underwater museum and holiday paradise.

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Lahemaa National Park in Estonia - nature and mansions

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Lahemaa National Park in Estonia is a large natural area that offers great hiking opportunities, but also cosy fishing villages and beautiful old mansions. Here we also found, by chance, some Swedish history.

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Lake Peipus in Estonia - village festivals, onions and old-timers

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Lake Peipus in Estonia is located in the eastern part of the country and is known for its onion farms and its 'old believers' population. Here we ended up at a lively village festival, had lunch at a beautiful ghost castle and frolicked on a rollicking beach.

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The highest mountain in the Baltics - Suur Munamägi in Estonia

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In co-operation with the Estonian Tourist Board

We have "climbed" the highest mountain in the Baltics - Suur Munamägi in Estonia. Well, "visited" might be a more accurate term. The walk to the top only took a few minutes. But nice to have been here! After this, new exciting adventures await.

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Rakvere fortress in Estonia - history and spectacle

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In co-operation with the Estonian Tourist Board

Rakvere Fortress is located on a hill in the town of Rakvere in northern Estonia. The fortress once belonged to both Denmark and Sweden and has a lot of history to tell. We came here by motorhome after our visit to Lahemaa National Park, and then found a really nice campsite.

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The cliffs of Ontika in Estonia - and Oru Park in Toila

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In co-operation with the Estonian Tourist Board

The cliffs of Ontika in Estonia are dramatically steep rock faces that plunge 55 metres into the sea. It's hard to see them properly as they plunge too steeply downwards - but we've taken photos with drones! Just east of the dramatic cliffs is the beautiful Oru Park in Toila.

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