Proper noun
The largest island of Estonia, and Saare County which contains it.
Historical Estonian eldership.
Source: en.wiktionary.orgAfter an oft-delayed two-year procurement process, NyxAir begun its operation on the Tallinn-Kuressaare route on Monday, December 21, taking off from the capital of Saaremaa in the early morning. Source: Internet
Altogether 1200 species of vascular plants can be found in Saaremaa. Source: Internet
In 1206, a Danish army led by king Valdemar II and Andreas, the Bishop of Lund landed on Saaremaa and attempted to establish a stronghold without success. Source: Internet
In 1343 the people of northern Estonia and Saaremaa (Oesel) Island started a rebellion ( St. George's Night Uprising ) against the rule of their German-speaking landlords. Source: Internet
Most of Saaremaa was ruled directly by the Bishopric of Ösel-Wiek, while some parts were enfeoffed to the Livonian Order. Source: Internet
Nature conservation planning for Saaremaa now includes protection of the largest and most unusual alvar areas. Source: Internet