Olaine
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Olaine is a city located in the Vidzeme region of Latvia, serving as the administrative center of the Olaine Municipality. The settlement originated near the Saint Olaf Church in the 17th century and later developed into an industrial hub focused on peat processing. It is currently home to Olpha, one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the Baltic region.
Statistics
Area
6.84 km²
Population
9,654