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Saare County
County of Estonia
Kuressaare linnus õhust.jpg
Flag of Saare County
Flag
 Coat of arms of Saare County
Coat of arms
Location of Saare County
Country Estonia
Capital Kuressaare
Area
 • Total 2,922.19 km2 (1,128.26 sq mi)
Population
 (June 2017)
 • Total 34,041
 • Density 11.64914/km2 (30.1711/sq mi)
ISO 3166 code EE-74
Vehicle registration K

Saare County is a special area in Estonia. It is like a big region or district. The main city and capital of Saare County is Kuressaare.

This county is mostly made up of Saaremaa, which is the largest island in Estonia. There are also many smaller islands close by. Some of the well-known smaller islands include Muhu, Ruhnu, Abruka, and Vilsandi.

What is Saare County?

Saare County is one of the 15 counties in Estonia. It is located in the western part of the country. The county is known for its beautiful nature and unique culture. It is a popular place for tourists to visit.

Geography of Saare County

Saare County covers an area of about 2,922 square kilometers. This makes it one of the larger counties in Estonia. Most of this area is made up of islands. The largest island, Saaremaa, is famous for its forests, coastline, and the Kaali crater, which was formed by a meteorite.

Islands of Saare County

  • Saaremaa: This is the biggest island in Estonia. It has many interesting places to see, like old castles and windmills.
  • Muhu: This island is connected to Saaremaa by a causeway. It is known for its traditional villages and beautiful nature.
  • Ruhnu: This is a small, remote island in the Gulf of Riga. It has a unique history and a very old wooden church.
  • Abruka: A small island south of Saaremaa, known for its rare broadleaf forest.
  • Vilsandi: This island is part of a national park. It is a great place for birdwatching and enjoying nature.

Municipalities

Saare County is divided into smaller areas called municipalities. These are like local government areas. There are three rural municipalities in Saare County. They help manage local services and communities.

Saare municipalities 2017
Municipalities in Saare County: Saaremaa, Muhu and Ruhnu parishes
Rank Municipality Type Population
(2018)		 Area
km2		 Density
1 Muhu Parish Rural 1,946 206 9.4
2 Ruhnu Parish Rural 160 12 13.3
3 Saaremaa Parish Rural 31,819 2,705 11.8



Images for kids

  • OeselLivTrty1241

    The 1241 Treaty between Livonian branch of the Teutonic Order, Bishopric of Ösel-Wiek and Oeselians at National Archives of Sweden

  • Püha kirik 2014

    Püha church

  • Kuressaare linnus ja tormipilved

    Kuressaare Castle

  • Pädaste mõisa peahoone

    Pädaste manor

  • Muhu Katariina kirik Liiva külas

    Muhu St. Catherine's Church

  • Koigi 031

    Koigi bog

  • Ruhnu puukirik

    Ruhnu wooden church

  • Loode tammik tee

    Forest road on Saaremaa

  • Kuressaare-1

    Historical buildings near the town center of Kuressaare

  • Angla Reinu talu pukktuulik august 2014

    Angla windmill

  • Saaretuka tuletorn

    Saaretuka lighthouse

  • Ohessaare pank (3)

    Ohessaare cliffs

See also

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