Tõlkide

Tõlkide is a village in Tõstamaa Parish, Pärnu County, in southwestern Estonia. It is located on the coast of the Gulf of Riga. The village has a small population and is primarily agricultural. Its history is intertwined with the larger Tõstamaa area, which has been inhabited since ancient times. Archaeological findings in the vicinity suggest early settlements.

The name "Tõlkide" itself is of Estonian origin. Like many Estonian place names, it likely derives from a personal name or a descriptive term related to the landscape or historical events. The area around Tõlkide is characterized by coastal plains and forests, typical of the Pärnu County landscape.

Historically, the region was part of the Livonian Order and later the Swedish and Russian empires before Estonia gained its independence. The development of Tõlkide would have mirrored the general economic and social changes experienced by rural Estonia throughout these periods. Fishing and farming have traditionally been the main livelihoods for the inhabitants.

In modern times, Tõlkide remains a relatively quiet rural settlement. The proximity to the coast offers opportunities for recreation and tourism, though the village itself is not a major tourist destination. Its significance lies in its contribution to the cultural and historical fabric of the Tõstamaa region and Pärnu County. The community is small, and life is largely centered around local traditions and the natural environment.