Republic of Latvia (Latvia)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of Europe.

Its center lies at a latitude of 57 and longitude of 25.

Republic of Latvia also goes by the names, An Laitvia, Laatfiya, Laeti, Laitbhia, Lat-vi-a, Latfia, Latvi, Latvia, Latvian Soviet Socialist Republic, Latvija, Latvijas Padomju Socialistiska Respublika, Latvijas Republika, Latvio, Latviya, Latviyaen, Latviysk

The prodominant languages spoken are lv (Latvian) yi (Yiddish) and its currency is the Lat (LVL), currently exchanging at 1 Latvian Lats = 1.14854 British Pound Sterling 1 Latvian Lats = 1.81772 US Dollar .

Republic of Latvia currently has a population of 2218000 (estimate).

Republic of Latvia's neighbouring countries are, Belarus, Estonia, Lithuania, Russia, .

Regions within Republic of Latvia

Largest Cities within Republic of Latvia


Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Latvia

Published: Thu, 17 May 2012 15:20:00 GMT

Travel Summary


  • There is a low threat from terrorism, but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.

  • Around 48,100 British tourists visited Latvia in 2010.  Most visits to Latvia are trouble-free. See General - Consular Assistance Statistics.

  • You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.
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