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Viljandi

German: Fellin

Viljandi

Viljandi is a city and municipality in southern Estonia with a population of 17,000 in 2026. It is the capital of Viljandi County and is geographically located between two major Estonian cities, Pärnu and Tartu. The town was first mentioned in 1283, upon being granted its town charter by Wilhelm von Endorpe. The town became a member of the Hanseatic League at the beginning of the 14th century, and is one of five Estonian cities and cities in the league.

Open it on the map See the spot on the old maps and as it is today

Map of the area around Viljandi
58.36667° N, 25.60000° E · Map: Maa- ja Ruumiamet

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