Top Seven Reasons to Explore Latvia

Italy – Rome, pasta and pizza; France – Paris, cheese and wine; England – London, fish and chips; Spain – Barcelona, Madrid and paella; Latvia – Riga and…what do you know about Latvia?

Besides being part of the Baltic group, having cold winters, and the AirBaltic airlines, Latvia is a treasure trove for visitors. This green beauty is a pleasure for eyes and soul, letting everyone who enters its land enjoy life and live it to the fullest (at least during the vacation).

Let’s uncover the most noticeable features of Latvia and its capital city Riga. 

Why Visit Latvia?

1. Nature

Latvia is nature. There is no place on the European continent as much forested as Latvia. The green zones are everywhere; in fact, they cover more than half of the territory. While we are used to the idea that nature reserves are relatively far from modern cities, Latvia breaks all the stereotypes. When visiting Latvia, Riga, you are sure to see numerous parks, with a multitude of trails, cycle lanes, and entertainment options within the city. Latvia manages to co-live with its natural surroundings and never harms them. 

2. Riga, the Capital

Riga is the capital of Latvia, a city with a long history, development, and experience. Riga has lived through centuries, which influences the way the city looks and behaves nowadays. 

Riga has numerous faces, and each one makes it truly special. 

The architecture of Riga features the finest examples of Art Noveau; its collection is considered to be the biggest in the world. The color solutions of the buildings certainly add to the atmosphere of vibrancy and positivity. The parks (that look more like forests) and squares will let you enjoy the peacefulness of the place. 

Riga has a well-organized transport coverage, yet it is better to see the city on foot, enjoying every new turn of the streets, and all the sculptures of roosters, scattered around the city. 

3. Friendly People

Latvians respect privacy and personal space. They may seem a bit aloof at the beginning, however, they are friendly and always welcoming. Latvians care deeply about their country, doing everything possible to let it grow and strengthen. They are proud of their history and culture and try to preserve their heritage as much as possible. 

Latvians are hard workers, they don’t expect anyone to come and make improvements, but do everything themselves. 

4. Beautiful Coastal Line

Another gem of Latvia is the Baltic Sea and its cold waters, which are refreshing any time of the year. The Baltic Sea welcomes everyone to the sunrise or sunset performances every day. When the rays of sunshine reach the water's surface, there is magic. The Baltic Sea can be easily accessed from Riga, the capital, or other neighboring cities and towns. 

1. Latvian cuisine

Latvian cuisine complements the image and culture of the country and should be a part of a trip. Its kvass, soups, rye bread, and numerous dishes with potato, fish (sprats), and pancakes may seem unusual at the beginning, but they are tasty. Besides, the food is rather functional, as it warms up in winter and cools down during summer heat. 

2. Exquisite tours

Latvia features numerous castles, each one hiding its long history. However, apart from rather standard tours, tourists can try experimental attractions. There are numerous quests organized, which offer an immersive experience into the spy games of Soviet time, imprisonment and punishment, etc. While sounding rather gruesome, it certainly will elevate your adrenaline levels. 

3. Affordability

One of the most enjoyable things about Latvia is its wise approach to charging people. While offering all the possible and impossible options for entertainment or simply having rest, it will never go hard on your wallet, letting you enjoy the trip to the fullest. 

When counting every euro (or dollar) while traveling, the trip loses its charm. Latvia took care of it, just give it a try.  

To Sum Up

Latvia is a place where everyone feels welcomed and appreciated. It offers everything we need to enjoy the vacation, successfully combining the vibrant atmosphere of the cities and the calming vibes of its never-ending nature reserves. 

When your itchy feet want to take you somewhere new, make sure you head to Baltic countries this time, and enjoy all the Latvian beauties.