We are going to Hiiumaa !!
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caysa- Posts : 13628
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Re: We are going to Hiiumaa !!
Great! And you also made a lucky posting:
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I love looking at the pictures of the islands that Arne Ader posts on LK -- it should be a wonderful trip. How long will you be gone? Is there lodging or will you have to camp out? I am very excited for you!
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I love looking at the pictures of the islands that Arne Ader posts on LK -- it should be a wonderful trip. How long will you be gone? Is there lodging or will you have to camp out? I am very excited for you!
Bisky- Posts : 4036
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Re: We are going to Hiiumaa !!
cool
(i had never been in hiiumaa)
hope you have interesting trip to hiiumaa
(i had never been in hiiumaa)
hope you have interesting trip to hiiumaa
AllyKass- Posts : 11603
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We will go in two weeks, on July 11th and be away for 3 nights.
We are not camping out - I think we have dome enough of that when the kids were small. But it was not easy to find accommodation - every place is full. In the only town, Kärdla, there was a double room in THIS HOTEL.
It seemes ok and anyway, we are not going to spend time there, just sleep and have breakfast.
Ally, we can pick you up and take you with us - extra bed is only 7 euros
We are not camping out - I think we have dome enough of that when the kids were small. But it was not easy to find accommodation - every place is full. In the only town, Kärdla, there was a double room in THIS HOTEL.
It seemes ok and anyway, we are not going to spend time there, just sleep and have breakfast.
Ally, we can pick you up and take you with us - extra bed is only 7 euros
caysa- Posts : 13628
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When I asked about camping, it was not because I thought you might want to do that -- but it looked like there might not be a lot of hotel accommodations available! It is good that you found someplace where you can use as a base and take day trips.
We are looking forward to many, many pictures.
We are looking forward to many, many pictures.
Bisky- Posts : 4036
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Re: We are going to Hiiumaa !!
Something about Hiiumaa
Nature
Hiiumaa is the second largest island in Estonia, separated from the mainland by a 22 km wide strait. The island has a low elevation; its highest point being 68 m above sea level. Hiiumaa emerged from the sea about 8500 years ago. Located in the eastern part of the Baltic Sea, the island of Hiiumaa and a number of small islets cover an area of more than 1 000 square km.
All over the island the limestone is covered by loose deposits from the last ice age and by marine sediments, beach ridges and dunes from the different phases of the Baltic Sea. Thus, the landscape provides examples of pine forests, mixed spruce- and deciduous forests, swampy thickets and juniper shrubbery, coastal meadows and dunes, peat moors and bogs. One can find about 1 000 species of higher plants in the rich flora of Hiiumaa. Over 50 rare species are protected. Elks, red deer, roe deer and wild boars live in the forests. There are also foxes, lynxes, martens, etc. The bird fauna of the island is also worth mentioning. Among nesting or migrating birds one can see black storks, golden eagles, cranes, avocets, swans, etc.
Arable land makes up only one-quarter of the territory, while forests cover over 60% of the island.
History
Hiiumaa, due to its location in the Baltic Sea, has a varied history. Beginning with Mesolithic settlements on the Kõpu peninsula, man has changed the landscape of the island for over seven thousand years.
In 1228 the island was first mentioned in written annals under the name Dageida. In 1254 Hiiumaa was divided between Livonian Order and Saare-Lääne bishop. In 1563 Hiiumaa got annexed to Sweden. In 1710, as a result of Great Northern war island goes under the Russian Empire. German military forces occupy Hiiumaa in 1917. In 1918 - 1940 Hiiumaa was part of the Republic of Estonia, then until 1991 occupied by Soviet Union, now recovering again in free Estonia.
Churches are undoubtedly among Hiiumaas oldest preserved architectural monuments. One of the oldest stone churches was built in Pühalepa in 1259, destroyed in 16.-17. century and rebuilt in 18. century. Oldest manors of total over two dozens are Putkaste and Lauka. Most beautiful is Suuremõisa palace in Pühalepa, late barock from 1755 - 1772.
On demands of the Hanseatic League a lighthouse was built in Kõpu in the beginning of 16. century. It is considered the third oldest continuously operating lighthouse in the whole world, still showing its light up to 35 miles overo the sea. In 1874 and 1875 two metal lighthouses were built in France and put to northern and western tops of Hiiumaa.
The best part of the farm architecture comes from the 19. century. Best examples are Mihkli farming complexe and Soera farm-museum with all the old national artefacts.
Economy
The islanders have always been a seafaring and farming people. Besides these occupations, the people of Hiiumaa have been engaged in tar-making, lime-burning, salt-working, shipbuilding, construction and carpentry. The last few centuries on the island have witnessed the existence of a glass-foundry, a cloth manufactory and an artificial silk factory. After the World War II and during the Soviet occupation, the main industries were based on large-scale agriculture and fishing.
Most recent trends in Hiiumaa economy have been towards smaller farms and tourism, also small industry, such as plastics and medical instruments. Service sector is widening due to development of tourism. Creation of IT based jobs is essential for offering new possibilities for young people to remain in island
Hiiumaa is an island that has a relatively small population, and is relatively far from the Estonian economic centers, most importantly Tallinn. This enables the to offer a very safe environment for the business development. Hiiumaa is also characterized by large exports of fish, wood, and other products; import of most primary goods and necessary equipment; growing tourist potential and a favorable position near major shipping lanes in a Baltic Sea.
In the primary sector, which includes fishing, farming and forestry, about 800 people are employed. The biggest employer in the island is also the biggest fishing company nation wide - Hiiu Kalur. The processing industries, those that add value to raw materials, employ about 850 people.
Nature
Hiiumaa is the second largest island in Estonia, separated from the mainland by a 22 km wide strait. The island has a low elevation; its highest point being 68 m above sea level. Hiiumaa emerged from the sea about 8500 years ago. Located in the eastern part of the Baltic Sea, the island of Hiiumaa and a number of small islets cover an area of more than 1 000 square km.
All over the island the limestone is covered by loose deposits from the last ice age and by marine sediments, beach ridges and dunes from the different phases of the Baltic Sea. Thus, the landscape provides examples of pine forests, mixed spruce- and deciduous forests, swampy thickets and juniper shrubbery, coastal meadows and dunes, peat moors and bogs. One can find about 1 000 species of higher plants in the rich flora of Hiiumaa. Over 50 rare species are protected. Elks, red deer, roe deer and wild boars live in the forests. There are also foxes, lynxes, martens, etc. The bird fauna of the island is also worth mentioning. Among nesting or migrating birds one can see black storks, golden eagles, cranes, avocets, swans, etc.
Arable land makes up only one-quarter of the territory, while forests cover over 60% of the island.
History
Hiiumaa, due to its location in the Baltic Sea, has a varied history. Beginning with Mesolithic settlements on the Kõpu peninsula, man has changed the landscape of the island for over seven thousand years.
In 1228 the island was first mentioned in written annals under the name Dageida. In 1254 Hiiumaa was divided between Livonian Order and Saare-Lääne bishop. In 1563 Hiiumaa got annexed to Sweden. In 1710, as a result of Great Northern war island goes under the Russian Empire. German military forces occupy Hiiumaa in 1917. In 1918 - 1940 Hiiumaa was part of the Republic of Estonia, then until 1991 occupied by Soviet Union, now recovering again in free Estonia.
Churches are undoubtedly among Hiiumaas oldest preserved architectural monuments. One of the oldest stone churches was built in Pühalepa in 1259, destroyed in 16.-17. century and rebuilt in 18. century. Oldest manors of total over two dozens are Putkaste and Lauka. Most beautiful is Suuremõisa palace in Pühalepa, late barock from 1755 - 1772.
On demands of the Hanseatic League a lighthouse was built in Kõpu in the beginning of 16. century. It is considered the third oldest continuously operating lighthouse in the whole world, still showing its light up to 35 miles overo the sea. In 1874 and 1875 two metal lighthouses were built in France and put to northern and western tops of Hiiumaa.
The best part of the farm architecture comes from the 19. century. Best examples are Mihkli farming complexe and Soera farm-museum with all the old national artefacts.
Economy
The islanders have always been a seafaring and farming people. Besides these occupations, the people of Hiiumaa have been engaged in tar-making, lime-burning, salt-working, shipbuilding, construction and carpentry. The last few centuries on the island have witnessed the existence of a glass-foundry, a cloth manufactory and an artificial silk factory. After the World War II and during the Soviet occupation, the main industries were based on large-scale agriculture and fishing.
Most recent trends in Hiiumaa economy have been towards smaller farms and tourism, also small industry, such as plastics and medical instruments. Service sector is widening due to development of tourism. Creation of IT based jobs is essential for offering new possibilities for young people to remain in island
Hiiumaa is an island that has a relatively small population, and is relatively far from the Estonian economic centers, most importantly Tallinn. This enables the to offer a very safe environment for the business development. Hiiumaa is also characterized by large exports of fish, wood, and other products; import of most primary goods and necessary equipment; growing tourist potential and a favorable position near major shipping lanes in a Baltic Sea.
In the primary sector, which includes fishing, farming and forestry, about 800 people are employed. The biggest employer in the island is also the biggest fishing company nation wide - Hiiu Kalur. The processing industries, those that add value to raw materials, employ about 850 people.
caysa- Posts : 13628
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I bet this is going to be interesting! Looking forward to nice pics
Ricky- Posts : 9253
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Hmmm - probablu not as interesting as your Greenland tripRicky wrote:I bet this is going to be interesting! Looking forward to nice pics
But yes, I think we will enjoy the trip, especially the sea shores.
caysa- Posts : 13628
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Mr Murphy has again interfered with our plans - but I hope I win!!
I have an infected toe Such a small problem, that my pedicurist tried to fix but did not quite succeed. I splint of the toe nail was (or still is) beside nail and it hurts like . I ended up at the doctors and got antibiotics for 3 weeks. Hopefully it helps enough so that I can walk without too much pain. And I hope I stay awake , these meds make me really tired, I can fall asleep just about anywhere !!
I have an infected toe Such a small problem, that my pedicurist tried to fix but did not quite succeed. I splint of the toe nail was (or still is) beside nail and it hurts like . I ended up at the doctors and got antibiotics for 3 weeks. Hopefully it helps enough so that I can walk without too much pain. And I hope I stay awake , these meds make me really tired, I can fall asleep just about anywhere !!
caysa- Posts : 13628
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get well soon and see hiiumaa and foxes
AllyKass- Posts : 11603
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caysa wrote:I have an infected toe
Welcome to the club - I have exactly the same problem. No walking longer than 1 km (if possible at all), I was at the doctor twice (and tomorrow again ) and got antibiotics. It´s is considerably better now but it will last some more time to heal completely. I don´t really want to spend all summer either at home or in the car so I hope it will be soon.
So I know how it feels - I hope it won´t influence your trip too much
Ricky- Posts : 9253
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really bad luck for our travellers,hope you can solve the problems and you could walk in your trips
AllyKass- Posts : 11603
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I don't believe it I think I feel better already knowing I have someone in the same boat.Ricky wrote:caysa wrote:I have an infected toe
Welcome to the club - I have exactly the same problem. No walking longer than 1 km (if possible at all), I was at the doctor twice (and tomorrow again ) and got antibiotics. It´s is considerably better now but it will last some more time to heal completely. I don´t really want to spend all summer either at home or in the car so I hope it will be soon.
So I know how it feels - I hope it won´t influence your trip too much
It is not fun , that's for sure, but what can you do?? I got Kefalex (750 mg kefalexin by rathiopharm / Merckle GmbH) and that should be good for this let's see.....
caysa- Posts : 13628
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I hope you will heal quickly!!
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Does not seem too good ..... it hurts so much!!Ophiophagus wrote:I hope you will heal quickly!!
caysa- Posts : 13628
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Have you aaloe? put piece of opened aaloe on the toe
AllyKass- Posts : 11603
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I am seriously considering this optionrobin wrote:No toe, no problem
caysa- Posts : 13628
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I just called the hospital in Turku again. At 3 pm I am sceduled for an operation. I have a feeling that a bit of the nail is still there in my flesh and if not - maybe they do remove my toe
Please - fingers crossed they will easily find and remove what is causing me pain..... I am quite nervous.... SIGH
Please - fingers crossed they will easily find and remove what is causing me pain..... I am quite nervous.... SIGH
caysa- Posts : 13628
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i cross my fingers
AllyKass- Posts : 11603
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Thanks!!AllyKass wrote:i cross my fingers
I will tell you all about it when I come home .... (If I come home )
caysa- Posts : 13628
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I hope everything goes smoothly!!
Ricky- Posts : 9253
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I am back home. The dr digged into my toe but couldn't find anything "extra" there. So I guess we go on as before. It is still a bit numb so I can't say yet how much it is hurting.
caysa- Posts : 13628
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I am so sorry to hear about all of this Caysa. I had to have my big toe nails surgically modified so that I no longer got ingrown nails. This happened years ago when I was a kid. I have piercings on the sides of my toes where the nail grew up and out of the side. I know what this pain can feel like and I hope yours goes away quickly now! Hugs!
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Thanks, Deb !!
It is not THAT bad with my toes yet. I believe that this is a result of me not beeing able to cut the nail right. From now on I will use professionals to cut the toe nails. And if this problem occurs many times I wil have that surgery done too.
It is not THAT bad with my toes yet. I believe that this is a result of me not beeing able to cut the nail right. From now on I will use professionals to cut the toe nails. And if this problem occurs many times I wil have that surgery done too.
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caysa wrote:And if this problem occurs many times I wil have that surgery done too.
Same here My doctor says that he will fix it without a surgery, though - I can´t really imagine how that is possible but of course I hope he is right!
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My toe is so much better !!
I am sure that whatever sharp I felt there was gone when the doctor digged in and around the nail. I have not felt that sharp pain at all since and I can walk normally again. I have to be careful of course, because there is still a little wound there. But at least I can do short walks in Hiiumaa and I don't have to sit in the car. I will probably have to wear my Crocs all the time but at least they are comfortable. Maybe not the best ones for bog walks .
I looked at the weather forecast and it looks quite good, no really hot days. At the moment we have +31C and that is too much to do anything outside.
I am sure that whatever sharp I felt there was gone when the doctor digged in and around the nail. I have not felt that sharp pain at all since and I can walk normally again. I have to be careful of course, because there is still a little wound there. But at least I can do short walks in Hiiumaa and I don't have to sit in the car. I will probably have to wear my Crocs all the time but at least they are comfortable. Maybe not the best ones for bog walks .
I looked at the weather forecast and it looks quite good, no really hot days. At the moment we have +31C and that is too much to do anything outside.
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