Jūrmala

The city extends for 32 kilometers between the Gulf of Riga and Lielupe River, featuring a continuous stretch of white sandy beaches.

The transformation from fishing villages to a resort destination began in the 1730s, with rapid development following the Riga-Tukums railway construction in 1877.

The city preserves 414 protected historical buildings and 4,000 wooden structures, representing the architectural evolution from the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Visitors can access Jūrmala by regular trains from Riga Central Station, with stops at multiple stations including Dubulti, Kemeri, and Sloka.

The Līvu Akvaparks water park spans three floors with over 20 slides and pools, receiving 300,000 visitors each year in Northern Europe.

Location: Latvia

Inception: 1785

Elevation above the sea: 8 m

Shares border with: Riga, Mārupe Municipality, Lapmežciems Parish, Smārde Parish, Slampe Parish, Sala Parish, Babīte Parish

Website: https://jurmala.lv

GPS coordinates: 56.97222,23.79694

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:14