Kotlandi: Coast, Nature and Village History
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Kotlandi combines its coastal location and protected natural and recreational areas with a multifaceted village history. For your orientation, the different habitats, recreational and event venues, as well as religious and agricultural heritage, are key.
Key facts about Kotlandi
The village is located on the coast of Saaremaa. Kotlandi küla belongs to the Kotlandi hoiuala protected area. In Kotlandi, coastal location, protected natural surroundings and village history therefore come together. The village landscape also includes historical heritage from various areas of village life. The village now known as Kotlandi lies a few kilometres southwest of the manor centre. The name Kotland is derived from the Estonian pronunciation and spelling of the manor and parish of Gotlandi. The historic Gotlandi manor house, now called Kotlandi mõis, is located in the village of Koki on Saaremaa.
Which habitats are included in the Kotlandi hoiuala protected area?
The protected area includes species-rich grasslands on nutrient-poor soils, purple moor-grass meadows, old broad-leaved forests, wooded pastures, as well as wet and swampy broad-leaved forests. The open meadows therefore differ considerably from the wooded areas. Wooded pastures combine open landscape elements with elements characterised by trees, while wet and swampy broad-leaved forests add damp woodland habitats.
All of these habitat types are listed in Annex I to Directive 92/43/EEC. Kotlandi is therefore characterised not only by its coastal location, but also by the diversity of habitats included in the protected area.
What recreational and event venues are there in Kotlandi?
In the village of Kotlandi, Pihla-Ranna is designated as a recreational and leisure area.
What history is documented in Kotlandi?
In the 18th and 19th centuries, the manor’s farmers and the Hütza prayer house formed the main centre of the Moravian movement in western Saaremaa and, at the same time, a stronghold of the Lutheran faith. Kotlandi’s history therefore encompasses religious developments documented over several centuries.
The historic village landscape also includes a few old coastal farmsteads. They complement the religious heritage with agricultural and coastal local history.
FAQ
Which historic coastal structure is located on the Laialiiva inlet?
The historic coastal structure (rannalauter) on the Laialiiva inlet of the Baltic Sea in Kotlandi kĂĽla is designated as a cultural monument.
Which former place names are associated with Kotlandi?
The village of Kotlandi includes the villages of Kawi, now Kaavi, and HĂĽtza, now HĂĽtsa, which were formerly located on the manor grounds. These names refer to the former location of the villages on the manor grounds.
When was the Kotlandi windmill built?
The Kotlandi windmill was built in 1871 on Annuse Farm in the village of Kotlandi.
What is Pihla rand known for?
In the village of Kotlandi, Pihla rand is a traditional venue for outdoor events; outdoor performances have also been held there. On Saaremaa, Pihla rand is also recommended as a local favourite spot.
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