Pictures: Arvo Pärt at 90
Arvo Pärt, Estonia’s most celebrated composer and one of the world’s most performed living musicians, turned 90 on 11 September. Born in Paide in 1935 […]
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Arvo Pärt: a visual retrospective
In a world where music often speaks louder than words, Arvo Pärt’s compositions resonate with profound, almost spiritual clarity, and his minimalist approach, characterised by
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US ‘nuclear sniffer’ jet patrols Baltic skies near Estonia
A rare United States Air Force aircraft, designed to detect nuclear explosions, is patrolling the Baltic Sea today, close to the airspaces of Estonia, Latvia
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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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