Tag: Latvia

In the 13th century, the Teutonic Knights founded the port city of Ventspils on the shores of the Baltic Sea. Already in the Middle Ages, he began to play a prominent role in trade between the countries of the region, and was admitted to the Hanseatic League. Indeed, the location of Ventspils is very convenient: 200 km from Riga, at the mouth of the Venta River. For about ten years, the city authorities have been investing money received for the transit of petroleum products into the development of the resort industry. So, despite the not very affectionate - a real Baltic! - climate, over the past few years the city has gained popularity as a resort. Thanks to the competent distribution of cash flows, Ventspils has now become one of…

Jurmala Jurmala (German: Rigastrand) is located in the west of the capital Riga and has always been known for spa tourism. The aristocracy came here as early as the time of the Tsar and enjoyed the beautiful beaches, the fresh air and the healing properties of the sulfur springs. Jurmala actually consists of several villages that have grown together. Majori is the main town of the seaside resort. In Jurmala, the delightful spa architecture can be admired in all its splendor: neatly furnished wooden villas line the streets, with mighty pine trees enthroned in between - a pretty picture. The relaxed atmosphere in the seaside resort - it can only be a bit turbulent on the beach in midsummer - complements this impression. The spa architecture is interspersed with large…