Pühalepa-Harju facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pühalepa-Harju
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Village
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Farmstead of Kopli in Pühalepa-Harju
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 Pühalepa-Harju
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) |
Pühalepa-Harju is a small village located in the beautiful Hiiu County in northwestern Estonia. Before 2017, it was known simply as Harju. This quiet village is part of the larger Hiiumaa Parish.
Discovering Pühalepa-Harju Village
Pühalepa-Harju is a peaceful place in Estonia. It is a great example of a traditional Estonian village. Villages like Pühalepa-Harju are important parts of the country's history. They show how people lived and worked in the past.
Where is Pühalepa-Harju Located?
Pühalepa-Harju is found on Hiiumaa, which is Estonia's second-largest island. The village is in the northeastern part of the island. Being in northwestern Estonia, it is close to the Baltic Sea. The exact location of the village can be found using its coordinates: 58°57′26″N 22°54′13″E.
Who is Julius Oengo?
A well-known Estonian poet and children's writer named Julius Oengo was born right here in Harju village. He lived from 1901 to 1941. Oengo is remembered for his wonderful stories and poems. Many of his works were written especially for young readers. His birth in Harju makes the village a special place in Estonian literature.
