Latvia
Photo by Madara Parma
Updated, Feb 2023
Latvia is a Baltic country, lies in the north east of Europe between Estonia and Lithuania. Riga is the capital and only big city were most of the population of the country live. There are nature everywhere in the country, preserved amazing forests with blueberries. There are many white sand beaches on the Baltic Sea. If that’s not all Latvia have wonderful people, culture and food as well.
Daugavpils, located in southeastern Latvia, is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. It is home to many museums and galleries, including the Mark Rothko Art Centre.
Jūrmala, a popular seaside resort town, is known for its sandy beaches and stunning natural beauty. It is also home to many spas and wellness centers.
Liepāja, located on the western coast of Latvia, is known for its historic architecture and vibrant cultural scene. It is also home to the Karosta prison, a popular tourist attraction.
Riga, the capital of Latvia, is a beautiful city known for its stunning architecture and rich cultural history. It is home to many world-famous landmarks, including the Riga Cathedral and the Art Nouveau district.
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Population: 1.92 million
Currency: Euro, € , 1 euro = 100 cents
Language: Latvian and Russian
Religion: Christianity 75%, No Religion 25%
Time zone: Eastern European TIme (EET) GMT/UTC+1, Daylight saying: +1 hr (from last sunday of March to last sunday of October)
Electricity and Plug: Type C & Type F ,AC, 230 volts, 50 Hz.
Type C – Europlug, from connox.com 
Type F, from connox.com
Emergency no: 112 European emergency number,
Police 110
Medical 113
Fire 01
Country code: 00371 or +371
