Latvia
Latvia is a country in Northern Europe, Europe. Its capital is Riga, with a population of approximately 1.8M and a total area of 64,589 km². The official language is Latvian and the currency is the Euro (€).
📊 Quick Facts about Latvia
Latvia covers an area of 64,589 km² with a population density of 28/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $41.1B ($22,833 per capita) and gained independence in 1991. It has a coastline of 498 km.
Riga's historic centre contains the world's largest collection of Art Nouveau buildings, over 800 examples of the ornate early 20th-century style. The city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for this extraordinary architectural legacy.
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🏛 Must-See Places in Latvia
UNESCO medieval old town with Art Nouveau facades, Gothic churches and cobblestone squares
A Baroque palace built for the Duke of Courland, the Versailles of the Baltics
The dramatic meeting point of the Gulf of Riga and the Baltic Sea, wild and remote
Latvia's largest national park, medieval castles, sandstone caves and river valleys
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What is the capital of Latvia?
The capital of Latvia is Riga.
What continent is Latvia in?
Latvia is located in Europe, in the Northern Europe region.
What currency does Latvia use?
Latvia uses the Euro (€). The international calling code is +371.
What is the GDP of Latvia?
Latvia has a GDP of $41.1B, with a GDP per capita of $22,833.
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