Riga, Latvia
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Riga, the capital of Latvia, was officially founded in 1201. Riga is divided into six administrative districts: Centra, Kurzeme, Ziemelu, Latgale, Vidzeme and Zemgale districts.
Riga is located along the Baltic Sea at the southern coast of the Gulf of Riga, on the Rigava coastal plain. The historical core of Riga is situated on the right bank of the Daugava River, about 10 kilometers from where the Daugava flows into the Gulf of Riga. The natural terrain of this area is a flat and sandy plain, about 1 to 10 meters above the sea level.
Latvia's capital, stretching along the Daugava River, is the largest and most energetic city of the Baltics. And yet at its heart the Old Town, Vecriga, is one of the most pristine examples of the region's medieval civilization.
This historic heart of the city is home to a plethora of lively street cafés, restaurants and bars. There is so much to see and do on a weekend break! Allow time to visit the moving Occupation Museum of Latvia as well the huge covered markets, cunningly converted from old Zeppelin Hangars.