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 24 July 2024
Fun fact: Estonia at the Olympics
The first time basketball was ever played at the Olympic Games was on the 7th August 1936 in Berlin. The opening match was played between Estonia and France and Estonia won 34 - 29. Basketball is the national sport of Estonia.
