Latvia is a country in Northern Europe, Europe with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Latvia that most people don't know.
Riga's historic centre contains the world's largest collection of Art Nouveau buildings β over 800 examples of the ornate early 20th-century style. The city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for this extraordinary architectural legacy.
Riga has the largest collection of Art Nouveau architecture in the world.
Latvia has one of the fastest internet speeds in Europe.
The Latvian Song and Dance Festival gathers 30,000 performers every 5 years.
Latvia was one of the first countries to declare independence from the Soviet Union in 1990.
Riga's historic centre contains the world's largest collection of Art Nouveau buildings β over 800 examples of the ornate early 20th-century style. The city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for this extraordinary architectural legacy.
Latvia is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
UNESCO medieval old town with Art Nouveau facades, Gothic churches and cobblestone squares
A Baroque palace built for the Duke of Courland β the Versailles of the Baltics
The dramatic meeting point of the Gulf of Riga and the Baltic Sea β wild and remote
Latvia's largest national park β medieval castles, sandstone caves and river valleys
Riga's historic centre contains the world's largest collection of Art Nouveau buildings β over 800 examples of the ornate early 20th-century style. The city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for this extraordinary architectural legacy.
The capital of Latvia is Riga.
Latvia has a population of approximately 1.8M.
The official language of Latvia is Latvian.
Latvia gained independence in 1991.
Latvia uses the Euro (β¬).