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Bookmark or Share- Riga | latvia.travelRiga, the capital of Latvia, is not only the crown jewel of Latvia, but also of the Baltics. Riga’s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Riga has more than 600 000 inhabitants, making it the largest city in the Baltic States.
- Riga | History, Population, Map, & Facts | BritannicaRiga is the capital of Latvia. It occupies both banks of the Daugava (Western Dvina) River, 9 miles (15 km) above its mouth on the Gulf of Riga. It is an important Baltic Sea port.
- 25 Best Things to Do in Riga (Latvia) - The Crazy TouristLet’s explore the best things to do in Riga: 1. Vecrīga Source: meunierd / Shutterstock.com Vecrīga. The old centre of Riga on the right bank of the Daugava River is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On these scurrying cobblestone streets and sociable squares are Riga’s oldest houses and churches.
- 10 must-see in Riga - LatviaFrom magnificent cathedrals to fresh food markets and opera to a one-of-a-kind car museum, Riga has everything for a memorable visit. This inspiring city will make you smile! Steeped in over 800 years of history and recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, Old Riga is the heart and soul of Latvia’s capital.
- A first-time guide to Rīga, Latvia - Lonely PlanetIt’s a city where medieval mysteries live alongside contemporary art performances, hundreds of Art Nouveau buildings line historic streets, and the city’s flourishing culinary scene offers traditional Latvian dishes and modern Nordic cuisine. Yet, Rīga is largely undiscovered by mass tourism.
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