Despite limited English captions, this small museum in a former Soviet border guard station is quite engrossing, providing insight into the battles fought on this peaceful island in WWII, and its position on the Soviet frontier. There are big items of military hardware to peruse in the yard, while inside there are uniforms, photographs, posters, weapons and medals.
Hiiumaa Military Museum
Western Estonia & the Islands
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Built in 1864, this 24m lighthouse is a short walk from Saxby, the island’s westernmost settlement. It's especially scenic at sunset.