Lost in the Baltic Sea off Estonia's coast, a little island is home to one of the world's last matriarchal societies. Women are in charge of this community of 600 souls and have been running the show for centuries.
The men of Kihnu, who are mostly fishermen, go out to sea for months at a time, leaving behind wives and children. Women govern the island in their absence, and act as guardians of its traditions and culture. In 2003, Kihnu culture was recognised as a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.
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The men of Kihnu, who are mostly fishermen, go out to sea for months at a time, leaving behind wives and children. Women govern the island in their absence, and act as guardians of its traditions and culture. In 2003, Kihnu culture was recognised as a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.
Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania travel guide
Coverage Includes: Planning chapters, Helsinki Excursion, Kaliningrad Excursion, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Understand & Survival guide chapters.
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