Latvia
Europe · Northern Europe
- Capital
- Riga
Famous for
- Animal White wagtail
- Food Grey peas
- Festival Jāņi
- Landmark Riga Old Town
- Sport Ice hockey
Three facts
Country
Each spring, vimba fish leap up Kuldīga's Venta Rapid, which is claimed to be the widest waterfall in Europe.
Capital: Riga
Riga Central Market's giant pavilions were built using former German zeppelin hangars.
Flag
Latvia's red-white-red flag appears in a written chronicle from the 13th century.
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