Latvia, a Baltic state in Europe lies along the eastern shores of the Baltic Sea and covers an area of 4,589 sq. km (24,938 sq mi).
As observed on the physical map of the country above, Latvia is a very flat country of low-lying plains, largely covered by forest. There are some low hils in the west and far southeast. About 98% of Latvia has an elevation of less than 200 m (656 ft).
A few high hills are found to the east of Riga, with the highest point being the Gaizinkalns at 311.6 m (1,022 ft). It has been marked on the map by a yellow triangle.
There are over 3,000 small lakes in the country. Latvia also has numerous rivers, earnly 12,000. However, most rivers are extremely short. Only 17 rivers flow for more than 100 km (60 mi). As observed on the map above, important rivers include the Daugava, Gauja, Lielupe, Venta and Salaca.
The lowest point of Latvia is the Baltic Sea at 0 m.
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| Legal Name: | Republic of Latvia |
| Capital Value: | Riga |
| Largest City: |
Riga (630,692) |
| Official languages: | Latvian |
| Demonym(s): | Latvian |
| Government: | Unitary parliamentary republic |
| Legislature: | Saeima |
| Total Area: | 64,589 km² |
| Land Area: | 62,249 km² |
| Water Area: | 2,340 km² |
| Population: | 1,912,789 |
| Density: | 29.6/km (76.7/sq mi) (147th) |
| GDP: | $34.12 Billion |
| GDP Per Capita: | $17,836.36 |
| Currency Value: | Euros (EUR) |
| Driving side: | right |
| Calling code: | +371 |
| Internet TLD: | .lv |
Latvia is a country full of natural beauty, from its vibrant cities to its vast forests. From the capital city of Riga to the charming towns of Kuldīga, Valmiera and Jelgava, Latvia’s cities are full of life. Meanwhile, rivers like the Daugava, Lielupe, Venta and Gauja carve through the countryside, providing stunning vistas and opportunities for adventure. In addition, Latvia’s extensive network of highways provide easy access to its many attractions, including its picturesque forests and upland areas.
From the bustling cities to the peaceful forests, Latvia is a country full of natural wonders. From the capital city of Riga to the charming towns of Kuldīga, Valmiera and Jelgava, Latvia is brimming with life. Meanwhile, Latvia’s rivers, such as the Daugava, Lielupe, Venta and Gauja, provide stunning views and opportunities for adventure. And its vast network of highways give easy access to its many attractions, including its forests and upland areas.
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Latvia (officially, Republic of Latvia) is divided into 110 municipalities (novadi, sing. novads) and 9 cities (republikas pil setas). In alphabetical order, the municipalities are: Adazu Novads, Aglonas Novads, Aizkraukles Novads, Aizputes Novads, Aknistes Novads, Alojas Novads, Alsungas Novads, Aluksnes Novads, Amatas Novads, Apes Novads, Auces Novads, Babites Novads, Baldones Novads, Baltinavas Novads, Balvu Novads, Bauskas Novads, Beverinas Novads, Brocenu Novads, Burtnieku Novads, Carnikavas Novads, Cesu Novads, Cesvaines Novads, Ciblas Novads, Dagdas Novads, Daugavpils Novads, Dobeles Novads, Dundagas Novads, Durbes Novads, Engures Novads, Erglu Novads, Garkalnes Novads, Grobinas Novads, Gulbenes Novads, Iecavas Novads, Ikskiles Novads, Ilukstes Novads, Incukalna Novads, Jaunjelgavas Novads, Jaunpiebalgas Novads, Jaunpils Novads, Jekabpils Novads, Jelgavas Novads, Kandavas Novads, Karsavas Novads, Keguma Novads, Kekavas Novads, Kocenu Novads, Kokneses Novads, Kraslavas Novads, Krimuldas Novads, Krustpils Novads, Kuldigas Novads, Lielvardes Novads, Ligatnes Novads, Limbazu Novads, Livanu Novads, Lubanas Novads, Ludzas Novads, Madonas Novads, Malpils Novads, Marupes Novads, Mazsalacas Novads, Mersraga Novads, Nauksenu Novads, Neretas Novads, Nicas Novads, Ogres Novads, Olaines Novads, Ozolnieku Novads, Pargaujas Novads, Pavilostas Novads, Plavinu Novads, Preilu Novads, Priekules Novads, Priekulu Novads, Raunas Novads, Rezeknes Novads, Riebinu Novads, Rojas Novads, Ropazu Novads, Rucavas Novads, Rugaju Novads, Rujienas Novads, Rundales Novads, Salacgrivas Novads, Salas Novads, Salaspils Novads, Saldus Novads, Saulkrastu Novads, Sejas Novads, Siguldas Novads, Skriveru Novads, Skrundas Novads, Smiltenes Novads, Stopinu Novads, Strencu Novads, Talsu Novads, Tervetes Novads, Tukuma Novads, Vainodes Novads, Valkas Novads, Varaklanu Novads, Varkavas Novads, Vecpiebalgas Novads, Vecumnieku Novads, Ventspils Novads, Viesites Novads, Vilakas Novads, Vilanu Novads and Zilupes Novads. The cities of Latvia are: Daugavpils, Jekabpils, Jelgava, Jurmala, Liepaja, Rezekne, Riga, Valmiera and Ventspils.
The municipalities are further subdivided into a number of smaller subdivisions.
Strategically located between Eastern and Western Europe, at the mouth of the Daugava River on the Baltic Sea’s southern shores is, Riga – the capital, the largest and the most populous city of Latvia. Riga is the biggest city in the Baltic States.
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Where is Latvia?
Latvia is a country shaped like a bow tie and situated in eastern Europe. It borders four countries: Estonia to the north, Belarus to the southeast, Lithuania to the south, and Russia to the east. Latvia is located along the coast of the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Riga, with Riga being the capital and largest city at the confluence of the Daugava River and the Gulf of Riga. The country has an area of 64,589 square kilometers (24,938 sq mi) and a population of 1.9 million people, with Latvian being the official language.
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