Destination Overview
Latvia
Latvia is a great destination all year round. It’s capital, Riga, is the boisterous city to which most visitors are attracted. Beyond Riga, a natural and mostly untouched ecosystem makes up for about half of the territory of Latvia. This gives everyone a great chance to escape the cities and enjoy what nature has given us. From vast forests to beautiful sandy beaches, lakes and rivers, Latvia has it all.
Capital
Riga
Time
GMT +2
Currency
Euro
Language
Latvian
Religion
Christianity
Population
1.8 Million
International Airports
Riga, Liepāja, Ventspils
Weather
On the west coast, the average temperatures are just below freezing in January and February and around 17.5/18 °C (63.5/64.5 °F) in July and August. In inland areas, the temperatures are a bit lower in winter and a bit higher in summer.
Top Highlights
- Get to know Latvia by riding a bicycle. When riding a bicycle, natural landscapes and sights can be seen better than when rushing by car.
- There are outstanding architectural gems to be seen not just in the capital city of Riga, but also in towns, villages, and the more remote regions of Latvia.
- Those who enjoy music and performing arts will enjoy major opera festivals in Riga and Sigulda, and many various concerts and festivals across the country.
- Riga has become a popular destination for gourmet holidays and its restaurant weeks in the spring and autumn have become an eagerly awaited event.
- Enjoy the coast of the Baltic Sea and swim in the sea.
Architecture
The cultural and historic heritage of Latvian architecture spans many centuries, from authentic rural homesteads to unique samples of wooden architecture, to luxurious palaces and manors, churches, and impressive Art Nouveau buildings. There are outstanding architectural gems to be seen not just in the capital city of Riga, but also in towns, villages, and the more remote regions of Latvia.
Nature
To say that Latvia boasts pristine nature is no exaggeration, which means that many options are available for green tourism – simple relaxing walks in the woods, blue lakes, nature parks and exciting adventures in the Latvian bogs. With four national parks in the country, you can take every opportunity to enjoy and connect with nature!
Wellness
Experience the spa rituals characteristic of Latvia. Allow yourself the delight of a pleasant amber massage or plunging in an open-air water tub to enjoy the view of the starry sky above. Whether it is going to the spa, enjoying local sauna procedures, or simply walking in the woods, every opportunity for relaxation can be found in Latvia.
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