Riga
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Riga is the capital and largest city of Latvia, situated on the Gulf of Riga at the mouth of the Daugava river. Founded in 1201, it was a significant member of the Hanseatic League, facilitating trade in the Baltic region. Its historical centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its Art Nouveau architecture.
Statistics
Area
307.17 km²
Population
595,053