Liepāja, Port city in western Latvia
Description
Liepāja is a port city on the Baltic Sea coast of Latvia, stretching along Lake Liepāja and connecting several neighborhoods. Wide avenues lead from the center toward sandy beaches, while old warehouses stand along the waterfront.
History
The settlement received city rights in 1625 and grew after a canal was built in 1697, opening access to the sea. During Soviet times, it became a closed military city with restricted entry and a large naval base.
Culture
Locals often speak of a deep connection to music, a tradition visible in street performances and public life. On calm days, church bells echo across narrow lanes while fishermen mend nets along the canal.
Practical
The center is easy to explore on foot, while buses and trains run regularly to Riga and other Baltic cities. Beach areas are reachable via pedestrian paths that pass through parks and residential zones.
Did you know?
The city symphony orchestra is considered the oldest in the Baltic States and performs regularly in the restored Trinity Cathedral with its grand organ. Remains of Soviet military installations still stand along the coast and attract history enthusiasts.
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Oskara Kalpaka Bridge
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Holy Trinity Cathedral, Liepāja
204 m
Karosta prison
4.3 km
Great Amber Concert Hall
344 m
Naval cathedral of St. Nicholas
5 km
Liepāja Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Cathedral
428 m
Church of Saint Anne in Liepāja
429 m
Liepājas 1. ģimnāzija
434 m
Pipe organs in Liepāja
218 m
Liepāja Museum
628 m
Ice Hall of Liepāja Olympic Center
729 m
Monument to the sailors and fishermen perished in the sea
1.2 km
Liepāja lighthouse
1.5 km
St. Dominic Roman Catholic Church in Liepāja
991 m
Liepājas Pētertirgus
411 m
Liepājas Māras Romas katoļu baznīca
2.9 km
Tosmare
8.7 km
Church of the Holy Trinity in Liepāja
434 m
Church of Luther in Liepāja
1.4 km
Karosta water tower
5 km
Old Believers church in Liepāja
2.4 km
Liepājas teātris (celtne)
281 m
Liepājas Karostas ūdenstornis
5 km
Portāli (3)
218 m
Durvju komplekts un virsgaisma
340 m
Dzīvojamā ēka
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Noliktavu komplekss
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