Liepāja

[[file:Liepaja banner.jpg|1280px|Karosta}} Liepāja (pronounced lee-ah-pa-yah) is a city on Latvia's Baltic coast.

Liepāja Halal Explorer

Liepaja view2 - View from Holy Trinity Gothic Church

With 70,000 residents, Liepāja is the third largest city in Latvia. During the Latvian War of Independence, that followed the end of World War I, it was briefly the capital of Latvia.

Liepāja city consists of two main areas of interest: the downtown, and Karosta and the northern part of the city, which used to be a secret Soviet military town. The downtown and Karosta have great beaches, and you will be surprised how unspoiled and beautiful the central beach is, and how white and soft the sand is. Karosta is crucially another city, because it really has a different history and look from the rest of Liepāja; Karosta is worth a separate visit. In Liepāja there is no "old town", but the center and surroundings are full of beautiful old wooden buildings, small irregular streets, etc. The center also includes the Seaside Park (Jūrmala Park) area, which has a fantastic white, soft sand beach; the park itself is great, too, with many nice buildings. Liepāja is known in Latvia as "the city where the wind is born", because of the continual sea breeze.

• Tourism Information Centre - Liepājas reģionālais tūrisma informācijas birojs - Rožu iela 5/6 56.507876, 21.012204 near the university ☎ +371 29402111, +371 63480808 Opening Hours: 1 Apr–30 September: M–F 09:00–19:00, Saturday 10:00–18:00, Sunday 10:00–16:00; 1 Oct–31 Mar: M–F 09:00–17:00, Saturday 10:00–15:00 Also has bicycles for rent.

Travel to Liepāja

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• Main Bus and Railway Station - Liepajas autoosta - Rīgas iela 71 56.5242, 21.0176 1.3 kilometers north of the river ☎ +371 90006071, +371 63422754 Opening Hours: Autobus office: M–F 08:00–12:00 and 12:30–16:30

Travel on a Bus in Liepāja

Liepāja is connected by bus service with Riga (many times every day, €8.55, 3-3.75 hr), Ventspils, Kuldīga and other towns and villages in Liepāja region, as well as Klaipėda (2 hours) and Palanga in Lithuania. To get from the bus station to the centre, take the tram at a tram stop which is on your right side when you exit the bus station building. Do not cross the railway tracks – this is the wrong direction.

• Sienatirgus - 56.502412, 21.008019 corner of Kuršu iela / Siena iela The Liepāja regional bus terminal is in the southern part of the centre. All buses also go to the main bus station. This is also where shuttle vanes and buses go to Lithuania.

By Rail

The Liepāja train station is located in the same building as the bus terminal. Trains to and from Riga run once per week only. The train leaves Riga on Fridays at 18:25, arriving in Liepāja at 21:44. The train back to Riga leaves on Sundays at 17:30, arriving in Riga at 20:43. Ticket costs €7.20. The train also stops in Skrunda, Saldus, Biksti, Dobele, Jelgava and Olaine.

By car

There are two primary streets to Liepāja. From Riga and the A9 runs westward for 220 km. From Klaipėda in Lithuania and the A11 runs north for 100 km. From Ventspils, on the coast further north, take the P111.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Liepāja

A ferry service connects Liepāja with Travemünde (near Lübeck) in Germany. The ferry terminal is in Ziemelu priekspilseta, northwest of the main bus station, and 15 minutes from the centre by bus 10, 11, or 15, or shuttle van 3. If you have a yacht, you are welcome to Liepāja yacht harbour, located in the centre, in Tirdzniecibas channel.

By thumb

It is feasible to hitch-hike in Latvia and if you want, you should try it for Liepāja, too. To get out of the city to go somewhere else, go to the north tram terminus, cross the railway crossing, and you are in the best spot to hitch-hike to Riga or Ventspils, or go to the south terminus, walk 400 m until the city ends completely, and you are in a good spot to hitch-hike to Klaipėda.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Liepāja

AirBaltic is the only airline serving Liepāja Airport with Flights to and from Riga International Airport three times per week (Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from Riga at 23:25 and Monday, Wednesday and Friday from Liepāja at 05:45). From Riga International Airport, which is the largest airport in the Baltic states 220 kilometers east of Liepāja, many direct connecting Flights to Europe and Asia, including affordable Ryanair, airBaltic and Wizz Air routes, are available. Palanga airport in Lithuania is another option 65 kilometers to the south with scheduled services year round.

City bus 2 connects Liepāja Airport with the downtown and is well connected with arriving/departing flights (see timetables here]).

How to get around in Liepāja

There are four types of public transport in Liepāja - tram, bus, shuttle van and taxi. See routes, timetables and live traffic here, or a more mobile friendly version]. Trams, buses and shuttle vanes have the same tickets, which you can purchase from the driver (€0.80) or in many shops and small newsagents' boutiques such as Narvesen which can be found throughout the city (€0.70 or €6.60 for 10 rides). Ticket must be validated in one of the yellow validators, which will print date and time on the ticket. There are also passes for one day, week, month etc. A one-day pass costs €2.50 and gives an unlimited number of rides, but you must validate it when you first use it. The ticket is then valid until midnight – the date is printed on your ticket when you validate it.

By tram

Tram map of Liepaja - Tram map with historical lines

There is only one tram line running from Ezerkrasts (lakeside) residential neighborhood in the southeast to the west and then north through the center to Jaunliepaja, and ends near the metallurgic factory. It operates from 05:00 till midnight. Tram is the best transport to get to/from the railway/bus station to/from the downtown. A ride from the center to the station takes roughly 8 minutes. An electronic tram ticket is also available by sending SMS, but this might be complicated for those who don't have local mobile phones.

Travel on a Bus in Liepāja

There are many bus routes and the most important for tourists being 1, 3, 4, 7 and 8 – with these you can get from the downtown to Karosta and back. You can get to the southeastern part (Ezerkrasts) to see Meynard's church and Liepāja Lake by 3, 4, 10, 15, 912. Costs €0.81 from the driver or €0.57 in shops and newsagents' boutiques. There are bus stops throughout the city. Tickets can be purchased in kiosks or from the driver. Ticket must be validated in the bus by inserting it in an electronic validator as in the trams. Some buses have an audio announcement system for the next stop and a LED screen in front of the bus displaying next stop name. When going to Karosta you will most likely want to go right to the last stop, so don't worry. An exception might be bus number 8, which terminates far north in summer house and garden neighborhood Skede near the sea, which is kind of too far for Karosta, however is the best bus to get as far as the Yahudi Holocaust memorial or the Northern fortress. Liepāja city is relatively big for Latvian city sizes. For example, to go from the center to Karosta by bus 3, you will need roughly 35 minutes and the distance will be around 10 km.

Travel by minivan in Liepāja

Number 22 and 23 shuttle vanes serve Karosta, however 23 only goes to Karosta swing bridge and you can end up waiting by a closed bridge for an hour or more. It is therefore recommended to take route 22, which will take you further into Karosta and, if the bridge is closed, will sometimes go around the channel to get there. They cost €0.57 from a shop or €0.81 from the driver. Tickets must be validated just like in trams or buses. To stop a shuttle van, you have to wave your hand. You can stop it only at bus stops. To stop a shuttle van when you are in it, you have to ask the driver.

Best way to travel in Liepāja by a Taxi

Taxis are expensive compared to other types of transport, but still cheaper than in Western Europe. This is the only public transport available at night (roughly 00:30-05:00). There are some places in the downtown and near the Bus/Train station where taxis assemble, or you can call +371 63422222, +371 63466666 or +371 63488888.

By thumb

Especially getting to or from the Northern Forts can be achieved by hitch-hiking, which is about 5 km. It is probably best to walk from south (Karosta) to north (Northern Forts), to also cover the fortress north of the breakwater, and to try hitch-hiking back into the centre of Liepāja with one of the many cars that go south. There are many cars and during the day one local might just be curious enough to take you in for the ride.

Local Language in Liepāja

Some Latvian phrases will be admired by local residents, such as paldies (Thank you) or labdien (Hello). Latvian is spoken natively by more than half of Liepāja's population and is the only official language. Written signs and labels are mostly in Latvian. However, you will also hear Russian in the streets of Liepāja, which is by far the most widespread minority language since the Soviet time, when lots of Russians immigrated into Latvia's main cities, including Liepāja, to work in industries. In summer there are many German tourists and German can be heard in most touristic areas. Latvians, especially younger generations, more or less speak English.

What to see in Liepāja

The former Secret soviet military town of Karosta (northern Liepāja) and the Fortress of Liepāja (its parts are located all around the city and the most spectacular ones are on the Baltic shore in Karosta), Liepāja downtown with many old art-nouveau and wooden building and cobblestone streets, and the seaside park with its white sandy beach, as well as Liepāja's lake – fifth largest lake in Latvia – are nice places with lots to see. Playground in Liepaja Seaside Park - Playground in Seaside Park

• Amber clock - 56.512746, 21.010744 - Actually a sundial-shaped design object, is on the promenade, and is created from thousands of pieces of amber, donated by anyone who wanted to do so. The sundial shows time every hour on the hour, by a special light performance. The performance can be seen much better, when it is dark outside.

• Craftman's house - The House of Craftsmen - Dārza iela 4/8 56.506767, 21.023529 ☎ +371 26541424 Opening Hours: M–F 10:00–17:00. Usually closed on weekends. Donation appreciated Latvian craftwork in the former home of the mayor Schröder. See the longest amber necklace in the world (123 m or 403 ft), weighing almost 20 kg (44 lb). You can also watch weavers working a creating beautiful tablecloths, skirts etc. Also, craftsmen workshops, demonstrations of crafts, and exhibitions.

• Liepāja Museum - Liepājas muzejs - 16, Kurmajas Avenue 56.510835, 21.002299 ☎ +371 63422973 Opening Hours: daily 10:00–18:00 Liepāja Museum

• Liepāja During Occupational Regimes - Liepāja okupāciju režīmos - 7/9, K. Ukstina Street 56.502455, 21.010759 ☎ +371 63420274, +371 29605223 Opening Hours: W–Su 10:00–18:00
• The Oskars Kalpaks Bridge - Kalpaka Tilts - 56.545081, 21.004554 Opening Hours: Open: 01:00–03:00, 05:00–06:30, 10:30–12:00, 14:30–15:30, 19:30–21:00 Kalpaka tilts 0 This iconic swinging metal bridge to Karosta is often opened to make way for ships. Designed by the German engineer Harald Hall and built in 1906. Check out the times at the bridge when the bridge is closed and ships are let through.

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Churches

Holy Trinity Gothic Church in Liepaja - Gothic Church of the Holy Trinity

The churches are a pleasant surprise with their variety of architectural styles. This reflects religion in Latvia, which is very mixed. It is mostly Christian of various branches, and this can be seen in Liepāja, where there are Lutheran, Protestant, Catholic, Russian Orthodox, Russian Old Believers and other religious groups' churches. These vary from tiny wooden churches to huge towers and cathedrals. There are about 20 churches in Liepāja.

• Holy Trinity Gothic Church - Liepājas Svētā Trīsvienības Evaņģēliski luteriskā baznīca - Lielā 9 56.509840, 21.013371 ☎ +371 63422208, +371 20360055 - Holy Trinity Gothic Church, Liepāja Liepāja - church (1) Has a 55 m (180 ft) high tower, which is a perfect sightseeing place. It also has a huge church organ, made of more than 7000 pipes, which was the biggest organ in the world till 1912. It is still the biggest in Latvia and one of the biggest and most beautiful in Europe.

• Saint Anne's Church - Liepājas Svētās Annas Evaņģēliski luteriskā baznīca - Veidenbauma iela 1 56.5045, 21.0119 ☎ +371 63423384, +371 63424231 - Liepajas.Sv.Annas.baznica A Built of red brick and the oldest of Liepāja's churches. The organ is the third biggest in Latvia. First mentioned in 1508 with a 9.70 m high wooden baroque altar from 1697. The tower can be climbed.

• St. Joseph's Gothic Church - Liepājas Svētā Jāzepa Romas katoļu katedrāle - Rakstvežu iela 13 56.504946, 21.007542 ☎ +371 63429775 - St. Joseph Gothic Church, Liepāja Liepaja Kathedrale St. Josef The biggest Catholic church in Liepāja. Built of yellow bricks, with many small towers. There is a ship model in the church, which was believed to bring good luck for fishermen.

• St. Meynard's Church - Meinarda baznīca - Ganību iela 120 56.495443, 21.015989 southeast of the downtown A Very different from all the others, because it is much newer. It was a gift from Vatican. It was the Vatican's pavilion at Expo 2000 in Hannover, Germany, and brought her in 2002. The church is not in the downtown.

Many other churches are scattered throughout the city and the most important being St. Nicholas maritime cathedral in Karosta (see Karosta).

Liepāja Lake

Liepāja is surrounded by water. There are the Baltic Sea, two big lakes and some smaller ones, and four channels in the city. The city, is almost an island, especially the southern part (Vecliepāja). Liepāja Lake is the fifth largest lake in Latvia. It is lagoon type, which was part of the sea in ancient days. It is not deep, relatively narrow - up to 3.5 kilometers (2.2 mi) - and long - about 15 kilometers (9.3 mi). Liepāja city is on the north-western coast of the lake. If you go to Ezerkrasts (Lakeside), you can see the best lake views from Tise iela (Tise street). On one side are apartment buildings, and on the other, a meadow; behind the meadow is the lake. The lake, together with surrounding meadows (Vitinu meadows), is a nature protection area, mostly because of some rare plants growing there and many species of birds that live or come across this place regularly. This visit must be guided and pre-booked in the Tourism Information Centre, because it is a nature protection area. Swimming in the lake is not as nice as in the sea (but warmer), because the bottom is sometimes swampy. There is, however, a special place for swimming at the end of Vainodes street.

There is an interesting, yet very dirty and untouristic, place called Zirgu sala GPS 56.517430,21.030722}}. It is the biggest island in the lake and is very close to downtown, where it is connected by bridge. From the island, an roughly 1 kilometers (0.6 mi) long jetty, accessible even by vehicle (a very bad road though), built of metallurgical factory oven-burned metallic stones, goes into the lake, providing nice views. It is sometimes called Golodova dambis or Zirgu salas dambis, and does not appear in any travel guides except this one.

Karosta

56.55007|21.01403 height=250|width=450}} A former secret Soviet military town. If you are in Liepāja, you must go to Karosta. It is the northern part of the city, about 10 kilometers (6 mi) from the center. Karosta translates as War Port (or Navy Harbor) from Latvian. It used to be a secret military town for the Russian Empire, and later also for the Soviets. Latvia became independent, and some years after that, in 1994 and the Russian troops had to leave Karosta. The population dropped dramatically from 25,000 to 6,000, leaving many empty houses behind. Then Karosta experienced something like a war without guns. Many houses were turned into ruins. Everything was taken away. Brick by brick, many historic, beautiful buildings disappeared forever. Now, Karosta has a population of 7,000 and a dream of renaissance, which has already started. It is now a popular tourist destination and also home for an international artists' center called K2. Many places in Karosta still look like war rubble. Some places are reminiscent of the abandoned towns of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster area.

• Karosta beach - 56.553350, 20.999174 - There is a beach in Karosta. There you will find some pebbles and the sand might not be that soft as in the previous beach. On the seashore of Karosta you can also see a breakwater and the longest of Liepāja`s breakwaters, stretching 1.8 kilometers into the sea, and you can go on it by vehicle for roughly half of its length. Just be careful of waves in windy weather. And wind is famous in Liepāja. A Latvian expression says "the city where wind was born". And as any Latvian would tell, it's Liepāja. On the shore you can also see two fortresses. This is a wild beach with steep coasts, unlike the central beach with dunes.

Ziemeļu forti(16) - Ziemeļu forti (Northern Fortress) on the shores of Karosta

• Eight fortresses - They are all around the city, but the most scenic and interesting ones are these two on the shores of Karosta. The one closer to the breakwater (you can even see a small part of it from the breakwater), is the Nearby Forts. The other one, further to the north, is the Northern Forts.

• Nearby Fort - Tuvejie Forti - 56.565153, 21.002654 close to the breakwater It was blasted up shortly after being built.

• Northern Forts - Ziemelu forti - Liepāja 56.592777, 21.015455 ☎ +371 26369470 - The ruins of a 1908 fortress. Military legacy, tours with torches, underground labyrinths, fortifications, seashore, history of Karosta. It was not blasted up. So, it has much more underground labyrinths and tunnels to explore, but it is not as scenic and dramatic from the outside as the first one. Nearby the Northern Forts you can see nature-friendly energy being made by a huge wind power generator, which can be seen from far in the distance.

• St. Nikolai Orthodox Gothic Church - Liepajas Sv. Nikolaja pareizticigo Juras katedrale - 56.552886, 21.012360 in the centre of Karosta ☎ +371 63457634 - Street Nicholas Naval Gothic Church, Karosta Karosta - church An impressive church in a depressing place. Just nearby Soviet-style apartment buildings surround the church, making it very surreal and contrasting. It was used as a cinema and a gym for soldiers during the soviet occupation years. Nowadays and the St. Nicholas maritime cathedral is a church again and the sound of its bells can be heard from afar.

• Twinned town of Chernobyl 56.547476, 21.030344 - Empty Soviet style apartment buildings, left in 1994. Some are already destroyed, some 10 are still there. Many older houses are empty as well.

• Karosta Prison - Karostas cietums - 56.545540, 21.020264 ☎ +371 26369470 A A real military prison until 1997 and now for tourists. You are treated like a prisoner in a reality show and, if you are brave enough, can even stay overnight. Military legacy, show, prison cells, prison buffet, tours, lodging, museum, adventures.

• Karosta Water Tower - Liepājas Karostas ūdenstornis - Ģenerāļa Baloža iela 29 56.552748, 21.023987 - Karaosta Old Water Tower - panoramio A The water tower is part of the formerly Russian Tsar Alexander III Mořských city. The construction is assumed to have happened between 1903 and 1905.

• Contemporary Art Gallery - gallery k.Maksla - Atmodas bulvaris 6 56.550989, 21.007096 - Modern, a bit weird, but always original and interesting exhibitions. You can also rent bicycles here.

• Submarine Accumulator Fence and Hangar - The remains of a submarine base that was once here. There are also former dormitories, beautiful red brick buildings. All are abandoned and partially demolished.

• Horse Arena - Maneza - A roofless building, which was once used for soldiers' training to ride horses, as well as for official celebrations for up to 4000 people who could fit there. These days the building is not used, except for one nice event, when Liepāja symphony orchestra made an open-air concert here.

• Castle - Unfortunately in bad condition.

• Other things: Karosta cemetery with Soviet style monuments, Karosta park, many forests and Beberlini Lake (a nice place to have a barbecue party in summer). There is camping, too.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Liepāja

There is much to do and see in the city – nature is everywhere, even within the city: those are not just artificially planted city parks. There are also absolutely unspoiled and natural beaches, forests and meadows near the Liepāja lake. There are some swamps, but they are not that accessible. You can visit special swamp trails in Liepāja region, as well as even bigger and denser forests.

• Liepaja Theatre - Liepājas teātris - Teātra iela 4 56.510583, 21.014972 ☎ +371 63422514, +371 63407811, +371 63422121 +371 63407819 - Liepāja Theatre Liepaja view Also sells tickets to various other venues all over the city, like the organ music festival.

• Liepāja Concert Hall - Lielais Dzintars - Radio iela 8 56.511694, 21.010556 ☎ +371 63424555 New and modern building with a grotesque brown glass façade.

• Seaside Park - Jurmala Park - 56.503027, 20.997432 - In the center of the city, beside the beach, is the most beautiful park of Liepāja. It has many different tree species, three stadiums, a concert garden, bowling center, minigolf, and in summer – cafeterias and many cultural events. You will find fountains there, and if you are lucky, you will see a squirrel running up the tree.

• Beaches and swimming - What attracts tourists the most is probably the whitest and softest sandy beach. Part of it receives the Blue Flag every summer. This indicates that the beach is really good and safe to swim at. A good thing about Liepāja beach is that it is commonly too crowded. In the evening, night or early morning, or in winter, you can sometimes find yourself all alone on a magnificent beach, stretching as far as you can see. This concerns Vecliepājas and Dienvidrietumi beach, which are located in the central and southwestern part of the city. There are also beaches in Karosta.

• Windsurfing - Windsurfing activities are popular and the city has both the sea and the lake, so there are wide opportunities for this and equipment can be rented in windsurfing club Rietumkrasts in Katedrales street, Karosta.

• Baltic Beach Party Opening Hours: every July Latvia's biggest music festival held at the central beach.

• International Organ Music Festival - Liepāja/Kuldīga Opening Hours: Middle of September €7 (per concert, as of 2022) Mostly happening in the Trinity Church. Get you ticket at the Liepaja Theatre.

How to work legally in Liepāja

Knowledge of Latvian language is crucial in most jobs. Some permits are required, depending on your home country. It is easier for EU Muslims. The average salary is about €400-500 per month, but it varies greatly depending on the area of activity.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Liepāja

Open air markets are always something special for Muslim tourists, but part of daily life for local people. There are many markets throughout the city, but the two most important and largest are the following:

• Peter’s market - Petertirgus - 56.504698, 21.009396 in the downtown ☎ +371 63423517 Opening Hours: M–Sa 08:00–18:00, Sunday 08:00–14:00 Pētertirgus (Petermarket) - Uldis Osis - Panoramio A It has big indoor and outdoor sections, where you can find food and non-food items. There is a fish market in the basement of the indoor market building. Some craftworks, amber and souvenirs can be purchased outside, such as amber bracelets etc. This is the best place to buy local, ecologically clean fruit and vegetables, and July is strawberry time! Everything is relatively cheap.

• Anne’s market / Jaunliepājas market - Annas tirgus - Jelgavas 37 56.519818, 21.014268 located one tram stop closer to the centre than the bus/train station, in Jaunliepaja ☎ +371 63425132 Opening Hours: M–Sa 08–17:00 It is smaller than Petertirgus, but similar products and has a big flea market section, where you can find many things from the Soviet era.

• Furthermore and there are two smaller ones, one in Silku/Kalpaka street corner and another one in Karosta for cool soviet-style souvenirs and other interesting stuff.

In Liepāja you will find all shops you might want to find, except for expensive brand retail outlets. The main shopping centres are located in the centre and in the south of the city: Kurzeme, Ostmala, Rietumu centres, XL Sala, Baata, Ezerkrasts, and Depo.

• Kurzeme is one of the largest shopping centres located in the heart of Liepāja, next to the Rose Plaza. The four-storey building offers a variety of shops, cafes, restaurants and various other service providers, books, jewellery, sports clothing and equipment, kids clothing and toys, women's and men's clothing, footwear, cosmetics, flowers, and sweets. Kurzeme shopping mall features more than 50 stores including global and Latvian favourite brand like Ecco, Sportland, Kidz One, Toy’s Planet, Stenders, Lauma Lingerie, NS King, VOVA, Jahonts, X Jeans, Zvaigzne ABC, Dzintars, and Laima.
• Depo is the largest DIY store in Latvia. Rietumu centres has Jysk. Ostmala has a Rimi hypermarket and many clothes shops. XL Sala has Maxima XX and many other shops. Baata is probably the trendiest shopping centre - it is not large, but has a nice selection of shops and a very good restaurant Olive. Go there by tram till the last stop in the South. And 5 minutes from there is a wonderful white sand beach of the Baltic sea.
• Visit the tourism information center; they have nice souvenirs, too. A good souvenir from little bays near fortresses in Karosta is little pebbles from the Baltic Sea. It's free and natural. Some tourists take a little jar of Liepāja central beach unbelievably white and soft sand as a souvenir.
• Stendera ziepju fabrika produces interesting soaps and soap-related products for bathing, such as Burbuļbumbas - the bubble balls.

Halal Food & Restaurants

For more information on typical Latvian food, see Latvia#Eat. For a western traveller, Liepāja's food prices might seem quite cheap, even for top-class restaurants. This is because the local average salary is about €400 per month.

• Peter’s market (Pētertirgus, #Buy|see above) – Has fresh, clean local food which is natural and healthy. Especially strawberries in July...
• Try Latvian food in a cafeteria, restaurant or just buy a Sklandrausis (carrot pie, typical for Kurzeme, Western Latvia) in Šaras (a local word used for inner pavilion of a market, in this case Petertirgus market, and the official word in Latvian would be skārņi).

• Serenāde Pasta 28 56.509834, 21.007300 on the junction of Graudu and Pasta streets - Has great cakes and pastries costing €0.40.

• Doka Pica - Brivzemnieka Street 56.509603, 21.009619 just behind the main University building ☎ +371 63420290 - A restaurant with good and affordable Pizzas, hala Meat dishes, fish - everything.

• Karosta Prison Canteen - 56.546367, 21.020906 - In Karosta Prison there is an authentic Soviet style canteen, but it does not operate regularly and is used by group requests only.

• Upe - in hotel LIVA.

• Barons Bumbiers - In shopping centre Kurzeme

• Medus in guest house Porins

- Restaurant Piano - in hotel Promenade

• Oskars - in hotel Amrita

• Kolumbs - in hotel Kolumbs

• Libava - in guest house Libava

• Fontaine Royal - A very stylish restaurant on the Promenade (not to be confused with the nearby top-class restaurant in hotel Promenade). Everything is in pompous royal style, golden colored chairs and tables, etc.

• Pastnieka māja - Postman`s house
• Vecais kapteinis - Old Captain - /restaurant - Fish restaurant.

Nightlife places, all in the centre, include:

• Fontaine Palace - Dzirnavu iela 4 56.512562, 21.010258 ☎ +371 63488510 - A hotel's music club in an old warehouse, capacity 600 people, offering live bands from around the globe. Popular with travellers and internationals.

• Rock café "Old Viking" Zivju iela 3 56.506607, 21.006525
• Big7 - Baznīcas iela 14/16 56.508478, 21.015138 ☎ +371 63427318

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Liepāja

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The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Liepāja. Key components include:

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Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Liepāja, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Liepāja and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Liepāja, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Liepāja, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Liepāja without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Liepāja is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Liepāja.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Liepāja is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Buy Muslim Friendly condos, Houses and Villas in Liepāja

eHalal Group Liepāja is a prominent real estate company specializing in providing Muslim-friendly properties in Liepāja. Our mission is to cater to the specific needs and preferences of the Muslim community by offering a wide range of halal-certified residential and commercial properties, including houses, condos, and factories. With our commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and adherence to Islamic principles, eHalal Group has established itself as a trusted name in the real estate industry in Liepāja.

At eHalal Group, we understand the importance of meeting the unique requirements of Muslim individuals and families seeking properties that align with their cultural and religious trainings. Our extensive portfolio of Muslim-friendly properties in Liepāja ensures that clients have access to a diverse selection of options tailored to their needs. Whether it's a luxurious villa, a modern condominium, or a fully equipped factory, our team is dedicated to assisting clients in finding their ideal property.

For those seeking a comfortable and modern living space, our condos are an excellent choice. Starting at US$ 350,000 and these condominium units offer contemporary designs, state-of-the-art facilities, and convenient locations within Liepāja. Each condo is thoughtfully designed to incorporate halal-friendly features and amenities, ensuring a seamless integration of Islamic values into everyday living.

If you are looking for a more spacious option, our houses are perfect for you. Starting at US$ 650,000, our houses provide ample living space, privacy, and a range of customizable features to meet your specific requirements. These houses are located in well-established neighborhoods in Liepāja, offering a harmonious balance between modern living and Islamic values.

For those seeking luxury and exclusivity, our luxury villas in Liepāja are the epitome of sophistication and elegance. Starting at US$ 1.5 million and these villas offer a lavish lifestyle with private amenities, breathtaking views, and meticulous attention to detail. Each luxury villa is meticulously designed to provide a serene and halal environment, allowing you to enjoy the finest living experience while adhering to your Islamic principles. For further details please email us at info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

In Liepāja you have all you need - choose a affordable and cosy hostel or a five star hotel - Liepāja has it all. The city has an offical website, otherwise, here are some examples:

• Travellers Beach Hostel | Republikas iela 25 56.507957, 21.000552 Located between the beach and the centre. ☎ +371 28690106 €10 The Liepāja Branch of the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Latvia has a guesthouse for Muslim travellers in Liepāja. With terrace, WiFi, kitchen, and equipment for the beach. It is most suited for backpackers and small groups of friends and families. Unfortunately and the hostel has seen its best times, and would really need a helping/cleaning hand, which doesn't seem to to be a priority of the owner.

• Hotel Līva - Lielā iela 11 56.50894, 21.01234 ☎ +371 63420102 Check-in: 14:00 / Check-out: 12:00 from €15 Refurbished rooms, WiFi throughout the hotel, modern conference facilities, and fitness center. Also features Restaurant Upe, which serves international cuisine.

• Liela Guest Apartament Liela iela 8 56.51058, 21.012971 ☎ +371 26316169 From €12 Average ratings, but cheap.

• Karosta Military Detention Centre - Invalīdu Street 4 ☎ +371 26369470 €15 - The Karosta prison is probably the most inhospitable hotel in the world. There is no hot water, mattresses consist of wooden planks, and prison guards bark at the guests commonly called prisoners. The hostel is in a former prison noted for its exceptional brutality during the Soviet era.

• Fontaine Hotel - Juras 24 56.511601, 21.008835 ☎ +371 63420956 from €25 Charming hotel in 2 old wooden houses on the same street, dating 1760 and 1890, with a nice backyard. Each room has its own design and charm. The reception is also a shop selling antiques and souvenirs.

• Pie Jāņa Brāļa Raiņa iela 43 56.518807, 21.009045 north of the old town towards Karosta, 700 m to the main bus station ☎ +371 20364552 Dorm from €15 Kitchen, washing machine, WiFi, large common room. Average ratings.

Mid-range and splurge

• Europa City Amrita - ☎ +371 63403434 Prices: €50-180 - Four-star hotel on the Bank of Trade channel in the centre, only 15 minutes walk from unique white sand beach. Hotel is preferred for businessmen and those travelling on leisure, friendly for families.

• Fontaine Royal Hotel - Stūrmaņu iela 1 ☎ +371 63489777 +371 63489776 - At the canal front downtown in an old factory building. Fontaine Royal offers swimming pool, health centre, conference hall, restaurant, and various shops. The hotel is full of royal furniture, all Gold plated standing in contrast with the old factory spirit, you will feel like a king staying at the Fontaine Royal. The hotel offers the biggest conference & banquet facilities in Kurland with 300 seats.

• Robežu nams Robežu iela 7 ☎ +371 28831460 €40-65

Stay Safe

Liepāja is a safe place. Some people think it is not safe at night, but it is all a matter of personal opinion. Avoid walking alone in darkness. Do not leave your belongings unattended in clubs and pubs, or on the streets. Be careful in Karosta - during the 1990s it was a criminal place; however, it is much better now.

Cope in Liepāja

Latvia is Nordic in its weather. The temperatures in July can reach 30ºC (86ºF). And they can also fall as low as -30ºC (-22ºF) in January. But both winter and summer have their beauty. Make two visits - one in the summer and one in the winter - and you will have two totally different experiences! And make yet another visit in mid October, when all the trees are colorful.

Travel Next

• In Liepāja region there are some nice towns, 100 kilometers of beautiful Baltic coast, and lots of forests.
• Kurzeme#Do|Kalvenes Zoo "Cīruļi" – It is worth visiting this park, which is very big and where animals have bigger space to live than usually in city zoos.
• Kurzeme#Destinations|Pape Nature Reserve – Another option, if you want to see wild horses and wild boar and wild coast.
• Aizpute – A town of medieval atmosphere with little irregular streets, old wooden buildings, small lakes and castle ruins, on the way to Kuldiga (about 100 kilometers away).
• Kuldiga – The capital of Duchy of Courland, Venice of Latvia, with unique and wooden architecture, red-tile roofs, bridges, cobbled streets and the widest widest waterfall ledge in Europe, and nearby the longest underground (sand) cave labyrinth in the Baltics.
• Pāvilosta and Daugavpils – According to local residents in Liepāja and these have forts similar to Liepāja but which are much better preserved.
• Ventspils – A modern and artistic sea resort city 110 kilometers to the north, has many things to see, and is one of the tidiest places in the Kurzeme region. A long-stretching beach and recreational park provide everything for a relaxing holiday week or weekend. It gets its prosperity from the huge ice-free port, which is the busiest port in the Baltic states, and the oil transit business.

• Klaipėda – This urban center in Lithuania is the gateway to the Curonian Spit, a stretch of sand dunes 99 kilometers in length. Buses for Klaipėda with a stop at Palanga go from the Ecolines Bus Stop GPS 56.502222,21.007841 on Kuršu iela in Liepāja – Minibus 08:00 €5, Ecolines Bus 11:30 €4.50 (book online). The shuttle van does not go to the Klaipėda bus station but to the Akropolis Shopping Centre, from where you have to take a regular bus into the centre or to the bus station.

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