Get ready to have your heart stolen by Viljandi County, the undisputed soul of Estonian folk culture and a breathtakingly beautiful landscape that feels like a page from a storybook! This is the realm of ancient songs and timeless traditions, centered around the magical town of Viljandi, where the hauntingly beautiful ruins of a mighty medieval castle overlook the serene, mirror-like Viljandi Lake. Feel the rhythm of the nation at the legendary Viljandi Folk Music Festival, where the summer air vibrates with the sound of traditional music, or wander through the charming, hilly streets that whisper tales of centuries past. Venture beyond the town to discover the pristine, fairy-tale wilderness of Soomaa National Park, a "Land of Bogs" where you can canoe down flooded forests during the incredible "fifth season" of spring floods. From the profound cultural heritage at the Estonian Traditional Music Center to the tranquil beauty of its rolling farmlands and deep forests, Viljandi County delivers a deeply authentic, melodic, and utterly enchanting Estonian experience that resonates long after you've left.