liivisuoja
Liivisuoja, literally meaning “sand shelter,” is an Estonian term used to describe a shelter or protective structure associated with sandy terrain. The word combines liiv (sand) and suoja (shelter) and is used to refer to both natural formations and man-made features.
In its broader sense, liivisuoja can denote natural sand dunes and other sandy features that provide physical
Construction and design emphasize stability, drainage, and camouflage. Where possible, protective works aim to blend into
In Estonia, liivisuoja is primarily a descriptive term used for features found in coastal dunescapes and other