Introduction
Almost every country has a go-to place to get away on holiday. For many Latvians, that place is Jurmala. Situated on the Baltic Sea coast within a convenient drive from
Riga, its pine-lined beaches are heavenly.
Pair that with
national parks and some unique museums, and you’ve got a compelling travel destination.
Come check out our Jurmala travel guide as we cover the best things to do in Jurmala, Latvia.
Top Attractions
On the whole, Jurmala is more of a
beach town than a cultural hot spot. That said, several attractions will interest those interested in culture and history. Begin with a visit to the
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Gulf Of Riga
Gulfs are defined as a part of the sea or ocean that is enclosed partially by landmasses. Covering an area of 18,000 km
2, the Gulf of Riga is a large gulf of the Baltic Sea located in Northern Europe between the countries of Estonia and Latvia. It is separated partially from the Baltic Sea by the Saaremaa Island of Estonia. However, the Baltic Sea is connected to the Gulf of Riga via the Irbe Strait. The Gulf also includes the Väinameri Sea.
Gulf of Riga Map
Geography
The Gulf of Riga has a maximum depth of 54 m and an estimated average depth of 26 m. The gulf is subjected to extremely large temperature fluctuations throughout the year. A part of the gulf remains covered with ice from December to April. During the summer months, the average temperature ranges between 26°-28°C along the coasts and about 22°-23°C at the gulf’s center. Some of the significant rivers that drain into the gulf are Daugava, Gauja, Lielupe, Pärnu, and Salaca rivers. A narrow conn