Latvia
Northern Europe, Latvia
Latvia
People from Latvia are called:
Male/General:
Latvian
Pronunciation:
/ˈlætviən/
Etymology & Origin
From the ancient Latvian tribe called the Latgalians, meaning 'the cleared land'.
About Latvia
- Capital city: Riga.
- EU member since 2004, Euro area member since 2014.
- Baltic state known for Art Nouveau architecture and folk traditions.
- Dense forests cover over half of the country's territory.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 1,830,211 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Latvia
- Region:
- Northern Europe