Ilus Eesti, beautiful Estonia. My family's homeland. Estonia's countryside and people have an endearing gentleness about them which you fall in love with slowly and imperceptibly. I have nothing but respect and admiration for Estonians' courage and determination to survive despite centuries of repression, tyranny and foreign occupation. This blog aims to promote Estonian news, history and culture and seeks to enlighten readers about everything this unique country has to offer.
Wednesday 30 March 2022
Johannes Pääsuke: Karujaht Pärnumaal / Bear Hunt in Pärnumaa (1914)
Today marks the 130th birthday of Johannes Pääsuke, Estonia's first professional filmmaker. Here is one of his films: Karujaht Pärnumaal / Bear Hunt in Pärnumaa that was produced in 1914.
