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Photogallery of Jurmala, Latvia
Top sigths of Latvia
Besides Riga, travellers will be interested in visiting the city of Sigulda, which is located in a beautiful national park. Sigulda medieval Castle remains the main landmark of the city. The castle was built in 1207 by Livonian Knights. Unfortunately, once a magnificent protective facility, the castle was partially damaged and now tourists can see only a part of the wall, a couple of towers and a small square. Another Latvian city, Rundale, is known mostly because of the same named palace. Rundale Palace is a beautiful baroque building constructed in the 8th century by project of famous architect Rastrelli. The palace has been turned into a museum, where guests will see collections of magnificent old furniture, mirrors, pictures and other items. There is also a rich collection of vases and sculptures made from china.
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Top hotels with reviews
Baltic Beach Hotel & SPA Luxury is widely known as one of the most prestigious hotels of the resort. Only a few steps separate it from the seaside. Baltic Beach Hotel is also famous for its large spa center with modern massage rooms, a beauty salon, and a state-of-art fitness hall. The adjacent territory includes a panoramic swimming pool with lounge chairs and large tents. Guests are always welcome to try dainty … Open 
Attractions and active leisure
Dzintari Forest Park remains one of the most beautiful places in the city. This large and well-kept park is perfectly suitable for unhurried walks, a family picnic, or various outdoor activities. There are many paths for walking, charming relaxation areas with benches, and interesting playgrounds for children. It’s important to mention that the park looks attractive regardless of the season. Even in winter, … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
You should not think that local chefs pay little attention to meat dishes. You can find even such exotics as roast pork piglets, ears, and tails today in Jurmala. Pork jelly and pork knuckle will be a less exotic option. Local chefs also use beef, chicken, and duck meat. They most often roast or bake it. Traditional potatoes and cabbage are the most popular vegetables. Grey peas with speck (baked bacon) appear on … Open
Traditions and mentality of Jurmala
Some major festivals were forced to change their venue. This is due to political disagreements with the Latvian leadership in recent years. But quite a lot of interesting events still take place in Jurmala despite this. For example, both local and foreign performers perform every two weeks, or even more often, in the city as part of the "Music of Cinema and Theater" project. Concerts are also held regularly as part … Open
Travel guide to Jurmala
All beaches available to vacationers in Jurmala are free to enter and have a well-developed infrastructure essential for a comfortable stay. Bulduri and Jaunķemeri Beaches are among the most popular ones. Thanks to high ecological standards, these beaches are regularly awarded the Blue Flag label. Both the beaches are sandy and flat, but they share a common problem – the temperature of the water is quite low … Open
Jurmala for children - what to visit
Jurmala is a small city. But you will find many places to go with children here. You can start a joint vacation with the Livu Akvapark. It is located at 24 Viestura iela Street. Some attractions are located indoors. They are available even in winter. You can visit the aqua park from Wednesday to Sunday. Livu is closed to visitors on Monday and Tuesday. The aqua park is open from 12:00 to 22:00 from Wednesday to … Open
