One of the favorite tourist destinations of Russians due to its convenient location and lack of a language barrier is famous for its amazing culture and history. The country is rich in interesting places, despite its rather modest size. Estonia is a country for lovers of secluded relaxation, there are many sanatoriums and outdoor resorts. Estonia is a member of the European Union, which indicates the level of development of the country. The capital is the city of Tallinn.
Geography of Estonia
According to extrareference, Estonia is located in northeastern Europe, bordering Latvia to the south, Russia to the east, and Finland to the north. It is washed by the waters of the Gulf of Finland in the north, the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Riga in the west. The length of the coastline is 3,794 km², the total area of the country is 45,226 km². 1521 Baltic Sea islands are also part of Estonia, but less than 5% of the population lives on the islands.
Capital
Tallinn
Area
The area of Estonia is 45,226 km. sq.
Population
1,286,540 people.
Currency
The national currency is the Euro (EUR).
Language
The official language is Estonian.
Visa to Estonia
Estonia recently became a member of the Schengen Agreement, so the process of visiting the country has become somewhat more complicated. Now to enter here you need to obtain a Schengen Visa. Recall that the Schengen Visa allows you to visit not only Estonia, but also other participating countries, including neighboring Latvia, Lithuania, Sweden and Finland. You can submit documents to the embassy, consulates and visa centers of Estonia in Russia. To obtain a visa, you will need the following: – a passport that is valid for at least three more months after the end date of the trip and has 2 blank pages; – a copy of the passport; -Russian passport; – a copy of the Russian passport; – a questionnaire completed in English, available here; (http://www.estemb. ru/konsulskaja_informatsija/cat-472/aid-2137) – international medical insurance in the amount of 30,000 euros for all Schengen countries for the entire stay; – a copy of the insurance; – certificate from the place of work, for pensioners – a copy of the pension certificate, for students – a copy of the certificate from the place of study; -original and copy of air tickets in both directions – confirmation of hotel reservation; – confirmation of the availability of finances of at least 56 EUR per person per day; – 1 photo sized 35×45 mm, color, without corners and ovals on a light background. Visa processing takes 6 working days. Tourist visa category “C” allows you to stay in the country for up to 90 days and costs 25 euros. -original and copy of air tickets in both directions – confirmation of hotel reservation; – confirmation of the availability of finances of at least 56 EUR per person per day; – 1 photo sized 35×45 mm, color, without corners and ovals on a light background. Visa processing takes 6 working days. Tourist visa category “C” allows you to stay in the country for up to 90 days and costs 25 euros. -original and copy of air tickets in both directions – confirmation of hotel reservation; – confirmation of the availability of finances of at least 56 EUR per person per day; – 1 photo sized 35×45 mm, color, without corners and ovals on a light background. Visa processing takes 6 working days. Tourist visa category “C” allows you to stay in the country for up to 90 days and costs 25 euros.
Weather in Estonia
The climate in Estonia is changing from temperate continental to temperate maritime. The weather here is mild in winter and cool in summer. Due to its proximity to the sea, the country is subject to the influence of the Atlantic cycles, the humidity is quite high all year round and the weather is unstable, which can change several times during the day, especially in the autumn and spring seasons. The average air temperature in summer in July is 18…20°С, and in winter in January -4…-7°С. The beach season in Estonia is considered to be the period from the beginning of June to the end of August. The time from May to September is also favorable for traveling around the country, at this time the climate in Estonia is most comfortable.
Transport
Transport in Estonia is represented by a network of railways (1200 km) and roads (166465 km) roads. The network of trails runs through the whole of Estonia, the roads are divided into three classes depending on their importance: main, main and secondary. Estonia has rail and road connections with its neighbors: Russia and Latvia. There is an excellent bus service between the cities of Estonia, transport departs on schedule, and works flawlessly. Estonia also has 45 ports, most of which are located on the shores of the Baltic Sea. The traditional urban transport in Estonia are buses, operating from 5:30 am to midnight. Trams, trolleybuses and sea ferries also operate in the capital, Tallinn. In the cities there are also taxis at relatively low prices, they all use meters.
Currency exchange in Estonia
The currency of Estonia is the euro. As of February 8, for 1 euro they give 47.0205 rubles. You can exchange currency at any bank. Exchange offices operate at airports, railway stations, bus stations and hotels. Please note that exchange rates can vary significantly from place to place. Many establishments, including shops and restaurants, accept credit cards.
Electricity
220V/50Hz (European sockets)
Religion
There is no official religion in Estonia, the nation is considered the most non-religious in the world, but there are about 70 religious organizations operating in the country. The vast majority of Estonians consider themselves to be members of the Lutheran Confession. Other religions in Estonia include Orthodoxy and Catholicism.
Security
In Estonia, as in all countries of the European Union, the crime rate is extremely low. It is enough to follow the obvious rules, such as not to leave valuables and large sums of money unattended and put them in the hotel safe, and your vacation will not be overshadowed by anything.
Health
Estonia has a very high level of healthcare, as well as the cost of medical care. In order to avoid inappropriate spending, it is recommended to take out medical insurance before the trip. Estonian pharmacies sell all essential medicines, but many are available by prescription only. It is also worth noting that many drugs, such as aspirin, sold in Russia in ordinary supermarkets, are available only in pharmacies here. The emergency number is 112. Call +372 630 4107 for a free consultation with a specialist if you do not have health insurance or if you do not need treatment urgently.
