Ala, Hiiu County facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ala
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Village
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 Ala, Hiiu County
Location in Estonia
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| Country |  Estonia |
| County | Hiiu County |
| Parish | Hiiumaa Parish |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+3 (EEST) |
Ala is a small village located in Hiiumaa Parish, which is part of Hiiu County in the northwestern part of Estonia. A village is a small community, usually smaller than a town.
Discovering Ala Village
Where is Ala?
Ala village is found on Hiiumaa, which is the second largest island in Estonia. Hiiumaa is known for its beautiful nature and peaceful atmosphere. The village is part of Hiiumaa Parish, which is like a local government area that manages the island.
A Glimpse into Ala's History
The village of Ala has been around for a long time. It was first mentioned in written records way back in 1798. At that time, its name was spelled a little differently, as Alla.
Over the years, the village's name and its administrative status have changed a few times.
- From 1977 to 1997, Ala was considered a part of a nearby place called Palade.
- Then, for a short period from 1997 to 1998, the village was known by a different name: Alaküla.
- After 1998, it went back to being called Ala.
These changes show how places can evolve over time, sometimes joining with other areas or changing their names.
See also
In Spanish: Ala (Hiiumaa) para niños
