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Visiting Latvia

Q: Riga has the largest collection of Art Nouveau architecture in the world, with over 800 buildings?

Yes. Riga has the largest collection of Art Nouveau architecture in the world, with over 800 buildings.

Q: Latvia is one of the least densely populated countries in the EU, with over 50% forest coverage?

Yes. Latvia is one of the least densely populated countries in the EU, with over 50% forest coverage.

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Capital

Riga

Population

1.9M

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Best Time to Visit

May–September

Travel Statistics

#37

World Tourism Rank

0.01%

of World Land Area

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Recommended: May–September

Fun Facts

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Riga has the largest collection of Art Nouveau architecture in the world, with over 800 buildings.

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Latvia is one of the least densely populated countries in the EU, with over 50% forest coverage.

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Riga's Art Nouveau streets and Central Market are an absolute feast for the senses.

- A traveler on visiting Latvia

About Latvia

Latvia surprises travelers with Riga's stunning Art Nouveau architecture, one of Europe's largest and most vibrant central markets, and a charming Old Town that earned UNESCO World Heritage status. Beyond the capital, the country offers the pristine beaches of Jurmala, the medieval castle at Sigulda set within the picturesque Gauja River valley, and vast unspoiled forests. Latvia's rich folk traditions, song festivals, and warm hospitality make it a rewarding Baltic destination.