a circle of the Russian province of Estho- nia, in the Gulf of Finland, extending over 1536 square miles, partly on the continent, but comprehending the islands Dagoe and Worms. It contains two towns, thir- teen parishes, and 113 noble estates, with 41,500 inha- bitants. The capital, of the same name, is situated in a bay protected by the island of Worms. It contains only 148 houses, but the security of the harbour brings some ships to it. Long. 23° 30'. 55. E. Lat. 58° 56'. 30. N.