Cities in Latvia

Latvia is a country which is known as ‘Land of contrasts’ form its buildings, scenery, the people to customs. Though being a small country it offers with interesting sights and activities to its visitor’s making it a popular destination. Today, the city Latvia as 77 towns and cities located in the small Republic of Latvia. The history of Latvia shows that the Latvian cities have undergone varied changes over the centuries. Some of the cities like Straupe, Rauna, and Koknese have lost their earlier glory and status, however, the city of Daugavpils has changed its location. Latvian cities have developed and grown around trade and traffic routes, nowadays, more so around significant manufacturing facilities, (Olaine, Aizkraukle). Some former cities have been swallowed up by their larger expanding neighbors, during the history of Latvia. Of the many city Latvia Riga has emerged into a cosmopolitan capital known far and wide for its gleaming renovated buildings and huge business centers creating a modern mega polis look.