ESTONIA
Like Latvia and Lithuania, the Baltic republic of Estonia has survived a turbulent history. The small nation was conquered and ruled by the likes of Teutonic Knights, Polish princes and Russian Tsars. For 51 years, Estonia remained in the Soviet empire, until its independence in 1991. Estonia maintained its ties to the Western tradition, retaining the Latin alphabet and Catholic and Protestant faiths.
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Tallinn is a little like a teenager in rebellion. The thriving nightlife and dance clubs breathe life into the city, while colorful districts give a contemporary perspective of Tallinn. The Old Town itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its quaintly cobblestoned streets, preserved towers and baroque churches.
