Pärnu is Estonia's summer capital and one of the most popular resort cities on the Baltic Sea, home to approximately 52,000 people. The city is known for its beautiful sandy beach, historic spas, and pleasant resort town atmosphere. Pärnu offers a diverse cultural life, including an international documentary film festival and year-round spa services.

Pärnu was founded in 1251 and has been an important trading city throughout history. In the 19th century, Pärnu became a popular resort town when the first mud treatment facilities were opened. The Pärnu beach building and promenade have been symbols of the city for over a century. The city is also known for its Hanseatic old town and medieval fortifications.

Pärnu Beach and beach promenade, Mud Baths Villa and Hedon SPA, Pärnu Old Town and Tallinn Gate, Pärnu Museum, Vallikäär Park, Pärnu Concert Hall, Lottemaa Theme Park, Pärnu River waterfront, Koidula Museum, Rüütli Street pedestrian area.

Tallinn–Pärnu highway and Via Baltica international transport corridor. Bus connections to Tallinn, Tartu, and other cities. Pärnu Airport. Pärnu Hospital is the region's main medical facility. Riverside cycling path network throughout the city. Diverse educational institutions, including the University of Tartu Pärnu College.

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Pärnu

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