Saaremaa is the largest island in Estonia.
It is 2,673 km2 (1,032 sq mi). The island is in the Baltic Sea, south of Hiiumaa island and west of Muhu island. It belongs to the West Estonian Archipelago.
Location in the Baltic Sea region | |
Geography | |
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Location | Baltic Sea |
Coordinates | 58°25′N 22°30′E / 58.417°N 22.500°E |
Archipelago | West Estonian archipelago |
Area | 2,673 km2 (1,032 sq mi) |
Administration | |
County | Saare County |
Demographics | |
Population | 31,357 (31 January 2017) |
Pop. density | 11.7/km2 (30.3/sq mi) |
The highest point on Saaremaa is 54 m above sea level. One feature found on the island is the Kaali crater. The island has lots of forested land. One of the symbols of the island is the juniper.
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