Märgatuna

Märgatuna is a former village located in Harju County, Estonia. It was situated in the territory that is now part of the municipality of Harku. Historical records indicate that Märgatuna was a distinct settlement with its own land parcels and inhabitants. Its existence is documented in various historical land registers and population surveys from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The name Märgatuna likely derives from local geographical features or personal names, a common practice in Estonian toponymy. Like many Estonian rural settlements, Märgatuna would have consisted of a small cluster of farmsteads. The economy of such villages was primarily agricultural, with residents cultivating crops and raising livestock for subsistence and local trade.

Over time, administrative boundaries and settlement patterns in Estonia have evolved. Many smaller historical villages have been absorbed into larger municipalities or have seen their distinct identities fade as populations shifted and land use changed. Märgatuna experienced this process, and it is no longer recognized as a separate administrative unit today. Its historical presence is primarily preserved in historical archives and maps. The area where Märgatuna was located is now characterized by modern development and a different settlement structure, reflecting the broader changes in rural Estonia.