Harju

Could Harju be on your list of vacation spots to visit when you are in Estonia? Harju is one of 15 counties of Estonia. This county is located in the northern regions of Estonia. This area is full of history and old-world charm. A visit to this region of Estonia is like taking a trip back in time and sure to provide your family and friends with memories you will treasure forever. Harju is one of the busiest county's since it has 38% of the total population of Estonia.

The county offers tourists so much to see and to do. Tallinn, the oldest capital in Northern Europe, is home to some truly spectacular sights. Toompea Hill and the towers of Oleviste Church present great opportunities for tourists to get awe-inspiring views over the century old town. Toompea Castle, built in the 13th century, was home to the parliament of Estonia and is a great place to visit to get a taste of the amazing culture and history that Estonia has to offer.

Visit the Museum of Rakvere with a number of amazing exhibitions such as tours to medieval horror and torture chambers. After you are here, be sure to check out the local cuisine at the surrounding restaurants, where you can enjoy dishes whose recipes are over 100 years old.

Discover the nearby Estonian Open Air Museum where you can get another factual glimpse of rural life in this area of Estonia. In addition, you can find the Song Festival Grounds and the Kadriorg Park and Castle for your enjoyment. You can also see the romantic area of Nomme for a unique garden town that was built in the 1930's under a canopy of pine trees. Finally, the houses of Kalamaja and Lillekula that offer a distinctive architectural style that you simply cannot miss.

Reserve houses in the county of Harju today. You can find houses or apartments that offer a number of amenities and will put you near the fishing, sailing or other weekend activities you want. You can spent your short stay, or two week family holiday in Harju with the right rental property when you reserve today and never get bored.