The first indelible impression that you get of the Latvian capital is its majestic skyline. The slender Gothic spires of the Old Town’s many churches attest to the city’s long history, which extends back to the 13th century.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Riga’s historical centre has a breathtaking range of architectural styles. Its concentrated enclave of Art Nouveau buildings, with their fantastically ornate facades, stands out with few parallels anywhere else in the world.
Riga is a thoroughly modern city, with a highly developed infrastructure and opportunities for a variety of activities and entertainment. Riga boasts an excellent opera as well as world-class choirs and classical orchestras. Riga’s museums are putting an emphasis on modern technologies, while its art galleries try to predict the trends of the future. Add to that the varied shopping venues and myriad cafés, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs – and you get Riga in all of its lively variety.
Located by the Daugava River, which connects the city to the Gulf of Riga and the Baltic Sea, Riga has always been both a transportation hub and a crossroads where different cultures meet.
Riga is a lively, spirited, and future-oriented city with its own distinct aura, charm and style.
