- Vilsandi
The island of Vilsandi,
Kihelkonna Commune ,Estonia is located in theBaltic Sea . It covers an area of some 9 square kilometres, and is the westernmost populated island in Estonia.The island can be reached on foot by wading from
Saaremaa , or by truck or boat.Much of the island is now covered by the
Vilsandi National Park , which grew from a bird reserve founded in 1910. It is a highly sensitive ecosytem due to the use of the area by many migratory birds as a breeding and nesting ground. Hunting is absolutely prohibited. This park is a popular tourist destination not only for local Estonians, but also people ofFinland who are visiting Estonia in greater and greater numbers.ee also
List of islands of Estonia
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