Estonia

Estonia is a small country in northern Europe on the Baltic Sea. It is one of the most digital countries in the world. Estonia has thick forests, a beautiful medieval old town, and over 2,000 islands.

Land and People

Only about 1.3 million people live in Estonia. The capital is Tallinn, which has one of the best-preserved medieval old towns in Europe. Forests cover half the country and there are many bogs and wetlands.

Ancient stone graves from the Bronze Age in Estonia.
Ancient stone graves from the Bronze Age in Estonia. (Terker / Wikimedia Commons)

Culture and Fun Facts

Skype, the video calling app, was created in Estonia. Estonians can vote online and most government services are digital. The Song Festival brings together tens of thousands of singers. Black bread and smoked fish are traditional foods.

Fun Facts

  • Skype was invented in Estonia.
  • Estonia has more than 2,000 islands.
  • Estonians can do almost everything online, including voting and starting a business.

Did You Know?

Estonia is one of the most digital countries in the world. People can vote, pay taxes, and even sign legal documents online. Skype was created there. Nearly everything in Estonia runs through the internet, and free Wi-Fi is almost everywhere.