Narva was once a beautiful Estonian city before the Russians bombed it in 1944 and levelled it to the ground. Old photographs remind us of what life used to be like in Narva. According to the 1934 census, Narva's population was 65% ethnic Estonian, today it is only 5%.
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.
Sunday, 5 January 2025
Once upon a time in Narva
Narva was once famous for its baroque style Old Town.
Boys peering over a fence to watch a football game.