Latvia Statistics
- Capital: Riga
- Population: 2,217,969
- GDP: $32,510,000,000 (USD)
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Total Area:
24,938 (sq miles)
64,589 (sq kilometers) - Currency: Latvian lat (LVL)
Latvia Facts
- Latvia Facts... Latvia is one of three countries known as the "Baltic States". The other Baltic State countries are Estonia and Lithuania. Latvia is also known as Lettland,... Learn More
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Eating and Recipes...
Eating together as a family is highly valued. Bread is usually served at every meal. Lunch is usually the main meal of the day,... Learn More
- In their Language... Russian is still used in commerce and daily life. English and German are also widely used. Latvian is related to the Lithuanian language. Latvian... Learn More
- Family... Several generations may share a single living space. Grandparents may care for children, and the elderly are looked after in return. Family members in the... Learn More
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Fashion...
Men wear suits, shirts and ties to work. Women wear dresses. For casual wear, people wear neat slacks and sweaters. The Latvians dress with... Learn More