Location
The city is located on the Baltic Sea coast on the mouth of the river Daugava. About half of the total industrial output of Latvia comes from Riga. It has services focusing on the financial sector, public utilities, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, wood processing, printing and publishing, textiles and furniture and communications equipment manufacturing.
Geography and climate
It has a maritime and temperate climate. The summers in the city are warm and pleasant but the winters can be extreme cold due to its northern location. Its coldest months are January and February. Also, due to its proximity to the sea autumn rains and fogs are frequent.
Transport
The primary public transport option in the city is a bus. It also has rail lines to its different neighborhoods. Taxis and rental cars are easily available. Besides, walking is a good option in the city.
Interesting Places
- Doma Cathedral
- Riga Castle (Rīgas Pils)
- St. Peter's Church
- St. John's Church
- The Powder Tower (Pulvertornis)
- Latvian Museum of War
Airports
Rīga International Airport serves the city. It is located about 13kms from the main city center.
Accommodation
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Society and culture
It has always been a great cultural center in the Baltic States and even today it is thriving. In art, music, theater or design, it has a broad range of cultural activities all year around. There are also many professional theaters as well as amateur drama and theater groups like the Latvia National Opera, Latvia Philharmonic Orchestra and concert halls that give a taste of its rich cultural life.
Other Interesting Attractions of the City
A visit to this city is a rich experience and some other attractions that the city keeps in its folds are:
- Motormuzejs (Motormuseum)
- Riga Circus
- Alberta and Elizabetes Iela
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