Estonia is a small country located in the Baltic region of northern Europe. Also known as the Republic of Estonia, it is bordered by Latvia to the south, Russia to the east, and the Gulf of Finland to the north. This country has had many different names throughout history, including Estland, Eistland, and Aestland. Some synonyms for Estonia include the land of the polar bear, the land of the thousand islands, and the land of the midnight sun. Additionally, many people refer to Estonia as the Digital Republic, as its government has implemented many innovative technological solutions to improve its citizens' lives.