Booklet about Estonia
Along the coast of Estonia lies many bays and
peninsulas. Lots of islands lie off the west- and north coast. The largest
of them are Saaremaa and Hiiumaa.
Geographically Estonia can be divided into 4 parts: North-, South-,
West-, and East-Estonia. North-Estonia is relatively flat. Here is a nice
coastline with coves, capes and a high coast. South-Estonia is more
hillier, but there aren't any mountains or mountain ranges. The highest
peak in Estonia is Suur Munamägi and its 318m above sealine. The
largest industrial areas are situated in East-Estonia. There are beautiful
nature parks in West-Estonia. The inland is mainly agricultural.
Estonia is known for its 1000 lakes and beautiful nature. One of the
most interesting sight is Jägala Waterfall. Lake Peipus separates
Estonia from Russia. The largest river basing is round the Pärnu
eastern.
In Estonia there are huge forest areas and wood is an important
export article. Unfortunately Estonia is not rich on other natural