Latvia info
Latvia is an ancient link between west and east. Prior to occupation by the Soviet Union, Latvia was one of the most dynamic parts of Europe. Since the collapse of the Soviet system, Latvia has been struggling to regain its strength and place in the world.
Capital city of Latvia, Riga, was established in 1201. Once called the Paris of the north, Riga is the cosmopolitan hub of the Baltics. The Old Town is a feast of elegant and whimsical architecture covering the periods from the Medieval to Art Nouveau. They lie uneasily alongside Soviet-era concrete structures and a sprawling industrial area.
In Riga you'll find good food and nightlife, with a growing international flair. Outside the capital be prepared to step back into history.
Latvia's 531 km coastline is known as the Baltic Riviera. The 150 year old resort of Jurmala (Latvian for ‘seashore') was popular with the Soviets in the 60s and 70s. Many retired ex-military men built stately homes in the Art Nouveau style and now the resort's architecture is as much a draw card as the 30km sandy beach. Over one third of the 12,000 buildings are considered historic, with 1,000 protected by UNESCO
Regions in Latvia
Situated in western Latvia, it roughly corresponds to the counties of KuldÄ«ga, LiepÄja, Saldus, Talsi, Tukums and Ventspils. When combined with... READ MORE
Kekava Municipality is a municipality in Latvia. The municipality was formed in 2009 by merging Balozi town, Daugmale parish and Kekava parish.... READ MORE
Latgale or Latgalian is one of the four historical and cultural regions of Latvia with a large population of ethnic Russians.... READ MORE
Riga is the largest city in the Baltic states. The Historic Centre of Riga has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the city is particularl... READ MORE
Semigallia, also spelled Semigalia, or in Latvian Zemgale is a historical region of Latvia, sometimes also including a part of Lithuania.... READ MORE
Featured Businesses
Viesu Nams Dzirkali2016-06-24
Viesu Nams Dzirkali in Ventspils, Latvia is a beautiful guest house with convenient location near water attractions, recreation, sauna, entertainment and a swimming, they are also located near the stunning Blue Flag beach. Accommodation options include lovely apartments with satellite TV, WIFI, an equipped kitchen, fireplace, toilet and washing machine, there are also twin bed rooms to let with satellite TV, WIFI and fitted kitchens, and there's camping in bungalows with the same. Viesu Nams Dzirkali also have a quad bike, bicycles, a courtyard, trampoline, grill area and much more, come for a wonderful stay near fun attractions and entertainment with all things beach close by.READ MOREFontaine Royal Hotel2009-07-23
Fontaine Royal Hotel located in Liepaja in the region of Courland in Latvia offer various hotel style rooms from family apartments to suites and budget rooms; a spa, conference rooms and restaurant facilities.READ MOREMartas Nams Guest House2016-06-24
Martas Nams Guest House in Ventspils, Latvia is perfect for relaxation being just a short stroll to the beach and Baltic Sea as well as in close proximity to the city centre. Enjoy a wonderful stay near museums and water park attractions in this beautiful wooden architecture property offering 9 renovated rooms designed in light colours with modern interiors featuring WIFI, a TV and kitchenette. Martas Nams Guest House is perfect for the holiday maker, the business traveler and the student, and guest may self cater in a separate kitchen equipped with all the necessary utensils and kitchen appliances. Come for a wonderful stay close to everything, there is also a sauna, furnished terrace and grill for guests use, and the secluded courtyard is perfect for children to play in.READ MOREGuestHouse Deksni2016-06-27
GuestHouse Deksni a 25km drive from Ventspils, Latvia is beautifully designed and always open, and with their location near the river and Puzes lake, there's always a spot of fishing or skiing to be done. There's an indoor swimming pool and sauna and the atmosphere is relaxing peaceful here, the private beach area is ideal for sunbathing and fishing and guests may use the common living room with TV and the fully equipped kitchen, plus there's a barbecue in the yard. Guesthouse Deksni has a garden terrace and meeting and banquet facilities and is the perfect hideaway for work functions, birthday celebrations, weddings and other special occasions, come for a fabulous stay in nature with forest and forest trails, they look forward to welcoming you.READ MOREHotel Kolumbs2009-07-23
Hotel Kolumbs is located in Liepaja, one of the most beautiful cities of Latvia, in the pearl of the region of Kurzeme and offers hotel rooms, a spa, restaurant, Billiard Room and Leisure Complex for guests at the hotel. READ MOREThe Olympic Centre Ventspils2016-06-26
The Olympic Centre Ventspils has an incredible range of complexes and activities to be enjoyed including the sports hall centre, the beach aqua park, the ice hall and basketball hall and is one of the most modern sports complexes in Latvia/ The promote the highest level of professional sporting achievements, they also have a football stadium with modern, natural grass covered pitch, skate parks, a rowing complex, skiing hill, track and field arena and adventure centre. The Olympic Centre Ventspils regularly hosts sporting events like walking festivals, half marathons, snowboarding and freestyle skiing cup events, freestyle BMX competitions, FA cups, basketball tournaments and much, much more. They also cover weightlifting, boxing, canoeing, extreme sports, powerlifting and athletics, and have a a short track.READ MORE