Liepāja

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Liepāja

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Liepāja is a state city in western Latvia, situated on the Baltic Sea. Historically known as Libau, it served as a crucial ice-free port and a popular destination for travelers in the 19th and 20th centuries. The city is nicknamed "The City where the wind is born" due to its constant sea breeze.

Statistics

Area

68.02 km²

Population

67,421

Location