Riga
Northern Europe, Latvia
Latvia
People from Riga are called:
Male/General:
Rigan
Pronunciation:
/ˈriːɡən/
Etymology & Origin
Possibly from the Livonian word 'ringa' meaning 'loop' or from the river name Rīdzene.
About Riga
- Capital and largest city of Latvia.
- UNESCO World Heritage Site known for Art Nouveau architecture.
- Major Baltic port and cultural center.
- Historic Hanseatic League city with well-preserved medieval old town.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 605,273 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Latvia
- Region:
- Northern Europe