A small country located on the Baltic Sea, Latvia boasts diverse and beautiful scenery that belies its size. The obvious highlights are the serene Gulf of Riga and the wild Baltic Sea, which both have seemingly infinite, sandy and often secluded beaches. Meanwhile, the equally dramatic hinterland - much of which is protected in nature parks - comes replete with vast swathes of forest, tranquil lakes and gushing rivers.

The biggest of the Baltic capitals, Riga is at the top of the regions tourism chain. This varied city offers a UNESCO World Heritage-listed old core and the most impressive collection of Jungendstil (Germanic Art Nouveau) buildings in Europe. In stark contrast to this ancient history and fabulous architecture is one of the liveliest nightlife scenes on the continent.

Long a favourite destination for holidaymakers from the Baltic region, Latvias charms are increasingly being discovered by visitors from further afield. Those who venture beyond Riga discover picturesque medieval towns, country castles, museums and folk parks, ruined fortresses and grand palaces. It seems certain that this incredible country, championed as one of Europes hidden treasures, wont remain hidden for much longer.

Latvia Public holiday

25/12 Christmas Day
26/12 Boxing Day
31/12 New Year's Eve
01/01 New Year's Day
22/04 Good Friday
25/04 Easter Monday
01/05 Labour Day
04/05 Declaration of Independence Day
23/06 Ligo (Midsummer's Eve)
24/06 Jani (Midsummer's Day/St John's Day)
18/11 Latvian National Day
25/12 Christmas Day
26/12 Boxing Day
31/12 New Year's Eve
01/01 New Year's Day
06/04 Good Friday
09/04 Easter Monday
01/05 Labour Day
04/05 Declaration of Independence Day
23/06 Ligo (Midsummer's Eve)
24/06 Jani (Midsummer's Day/St John's Day)
18/11 Latvian National Day
25/12 Christmas Day
26/12 Boxing Day
31/12 New Year's Eve

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