See how Estonian women enjoy their traditional dance

Dancers wear traditional dresses as they perform during women's dance festival in Jogeva, Estonia, June 12, 2016. (REUTERS)

Updated on: Jun 13, 2016 8:09 PM IST

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Dancers wear traditional dresses as they perform during women's dance festival in Jogeva, Estonia, June 12, 2016. (REUTERS)

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Estonian history has footprints of many nations -- from Vikings to the kings, queens and medieval merchants of German, Swedish, Danish and Russian descent. (REUTERS)

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Estonia’s deeply rooted pagan spirit finds expression in its songs and dances as well. Its people bear close ties with nature. (REUTERS)

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One of the most striking examples of the culture of ancient Estonians is the rhythmic verse. (REUTERS)

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The country also has an ancient aural tradition of folk song where each line is repeated several times with thematic variations. (REUTERS)

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Estonians have traditionally used a host of wind instruments used by shepherds. (REUTERS)

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Other instruments such as the fiddle, zither, concertina and accordion are used to play dance music. (REUTERS)

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Look, how these women celebrate life with dance and music in Estonia. (REUTERS)