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20 interesting things about Latvia

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  1. Latvia is a country located in Northern Europe, bordered by Estonia to the north, Russia to the east, Belarus to the southeast, and Lithuania to the south.
  2. The capital and largest city is Riga.
  3. The official language is Latvian.
  4. Latvia is known for its diverse landscape, including forests, rivers, lakes, and the Baltic Sea coast.
  5. Latvia has a rich culture, with strong influences from the Baltic, Germanic, and Slavic cultures.
  6. Latvia has a long history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to prehistoric times.
  7. Latvia was a Soviet Socialist Republic from 1940 to 1991, when it declared independence.
  8. Latvia is a parliamentary democracy and a member of the European Union, NATO, the United Nations, and the World Trade Organization.
  9. The Latvian economy is based on agriculture, forestry, and fishing, as well as manufacturing, services and export-oriented high-tech industries.
  10. The Latvian population is made up of several ethnic groups, including Latvians, Russians, Belarusians, and Ukrainians.
  11. Latvia is home to many wildlife species, such as the European bison, lynx, and elk.
  12. Latvia is known for its traditional folk songs, known as “dainas,” and its traditional dances, such as the “dejas.”
  13. Latvia has a strong tradition of craftsmanship, especially in woodcarving and pottery.
  14. Latvia is a popular tourist destination, known for its picturesque towns, medieval castles, and natural beauty.
  15. Riga, the capital city of Latvia, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to many examples of Art Nouveau architecture.
  16. Latvia is home to many museums, such as the Latvian National Museum of Art, the Latvian Ethnographic Open Air Museum and the Occupation Museum of Latvia.
  17. Latvia has a growing startup ecosystem and the government actively supports entrepreneurship.
  18. Latvia is known for its traditional Christmas and Easter customs, such as singing traditional songs and decorating homes with handmade ornaments.
  19. Latvia has a strong tradition of folk medicine, which is still practiced today.
  20. Latvia is home to many natural and protected areas, such as the Gauja National Park and the Slitere National Park, which offer opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and bird watching.