Geography
What is the biggest island of Estonia?
Saaremaa
Name the national flower and bird of Estonia.
cornflower and barn swallow
What is the capital city of Estonia?
Tallinn
Who is the President of Estonia?
Alar Karis
How many cases are in the Estonian language?
14 grammatical cases
What's the largest lake of Estonia?
Lake Peipus
What do the colours of Estonian flag represent?
Blue: blue sky, seas and lakes;
Black: past oppression and the fertile soil;
White: purity, hope, and winter snow
The second largest town in Estonia. Also known as the City of Good Thoughts.
Tartu
When did Estonia gain its independence?
February 24, 1918
How much of Estonia is covered by forest?
ca 50%
What is the highest point of Estonia and how high is it?
Suur Munamägi, 318 m
Name the national fish of Estonia.
Baltic herring
This is the spring capital of Estonia.
Türi
What do Estonians celebrate on August 20?
Restoration of Independence Day.
It marks the day in 1991 when Estonia restored its independence from the Soviet Union.
How much of Estonia is covered by bogs and swamps?
about 22% (1/5 of Estonia)
How many islands does Estonia have?
ca 2300
When is Estonian Flag Day celebrated?
June 4
Name the five largest cities in Estonia in the correct order.
Tallinn, Tartu, Narva, Pärnu, Kohtja-Järve
What major event in 1989 involved people forming a human chain across the Baltic states?
The Baltic Way
What sport was invented by Estonians?
Kiiking
What is the longest river in Estonia?
The Võhandu River
In what year was the wolf elected as Estonia's national animal?
in 2018
How many towns are in Estonia?
47
In which year did Estonia join the European Union?
2004
When and where was the first public sauna opened in Estonia?
in Tallinn in 1310