Gallery: The Baltic Way in pictures
On 23 August 1989, approximately two million people from Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania joined hands, forming a human chain from Tallinn through Riga to Vilnius, […]
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Estonia commemorates the Baltic Way – the human chain that defied Soviet rule
On the evening of 23 August 1989, nearly two million people stood hand in hand across the Baltic states, forming a 600-kilometre chain from Tallinn
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Estonia celebrates the restoration of independence
On 20 August 1991, Estonia declared formal independence during the Soviet military coup attempt in Moscow, reconstituting the pre-1940 state. In the evening of 20 August 1991, Estonian politicians
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Estonia’s 10 most beautiful towns – plus two hidden gems
Estonia may be small, but it’s rich in beauty – the kind that doesn’t demand attention, but rewards those who notice the details; from medieval
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Pictures: the Estonian Dance Celebration unites 11,000 dancers in a moving display of identity
A photo gallery capturing the vibrant choreography, regional pride and emotional resonance of the XXI Dance Celebration – part of Estonia’s iconic Song and Dance
The untold story of the Estonian Song Festival arch
Estonia’s cherished Song Celebrations take place beneath the iconic arch at the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds – but how was this architectural landmark created?* More
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Estonia’s jaanipäev: from pagan rituals to national identity
Along with Christmas, jaaniõhtu (Midsummer Eve – 23 June) and jaanipäev (Midsummer Day, St John’s Day – 24 June) are the most important holidays in the Estonian
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Soviet deportations in Estonia: the June 1941 tragedy
On 14 June 1941, the Soviet Union deported more than 10,000 people from Estonia to Siberia, in one of the darkest chapters of the country’s
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Virtual forum: Estonia is calling
On 5 June, Estonia’s foreign ministry will host a virtual forum, Kodu Kutsub (“Home is Calling”), inviting Estonians around the world to reconnect with their
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Bear on the loose in Tallinn: authorities warn residents to stay indoors
Residents of Tallinn’s Nõmme district awoke to an unusual safety warning on Wednesday morning: avoid walking outdoors – a bear is on the move in
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