Latvia miniguide
Republic of Latvia (2.2 million inhabitants in 2009) located in northeastern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea in the west, Estonia in the north, Russia to the east, Belarus to the southeast and Lithuania to the south.Latvia was once part of the Soviet Union, but became independent in 1991.
The landscape in Latvia consists of forests, fertile lavlandssletter, marshes and countless small streams and lakes. The highest point in the country is Gaizinkalns, located 312 meters above sea level
Latvia has a maritime and temperate climate, with cool summers and moderately cold wet winters.
The capital of Riga has 750,000 inhabitants (2008), located northwest of the country - the Gulf of Riga.The city has an important port, with ferry connections to both Germany and Sweden .For tourist attractions in Riga should "Old Town" is mentioned, with many medieval buildings. The Riga Castle and the Dome Cathedral from 1211 are popular attractions.
Other major cities in Latvia Daugavpils and Liepaja .
The country's main airport is Riga International Airport , located 13 km southwest of the capital.
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