Riga region

The Riga region on the Baltic Sea sits at the heart of Latvia, and is its political, population, and cultural center.

Destinations

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Cities

Riga GPS 56.948889,24.106389 – The capital city of Latvia and the European Capital of Culture in 2014 with a long history.
Sigulda GPS 57.1500,24.8667 – A town in central Latvia with many interesting castles and historic points of interest. Probably and the most popular destination outside of Riga for foreign tourists, also due to its closeness.
Jūrmala GPS 56.9667,23.7500 – A popular holiday and sea resort city with wooden houses just west of Riga, which claims to have the longest beach in Northern Europe.
Tukums GPS 56.9667,23.1500 – A town some 70 kilometers west of Riga. Not that exciting, but known for its affinity with roses and the Rose Festival, and the nearby Cinevilla, a dummy city and now theme park.

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Salaspils GPS 56.861552,24.350491 – 15 kilometers southeast of Riga where
Salaspils concentration camp was located.
Riga region Halal Travel Guide

Jaunpils_castle_(1) - Jaunpils Castle

In addition to the city of Riga and the most popular tourist destination in the nation and there is the seaside resort of Jūrmala with its seaside wooden houses and numerous spas. Further west and there is Tukums, which houses a city built in 2004 only for the making of a film.

The area is also rich in natural sites; Kemeri National Park with its forest and peat landscapes; to the north and the Baltic beaches offer a unique landscape between forest and pine and sea; and the town of Sigulda and its three castles, and also the gateway to the Gauja National Park and the oldest national park in the nation.

Travel to Riga region

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All transport (bus, train, car) is spider web wise feasible from Riga, mostly direct and quite frequent. The railway tracks and roads spread equally distributed in all feasible land-based directions. This allows for convenient day trips to the below mentioned sites (even several ones) starting and finishing at Riga.

Get Around

Travel around Riga can be less frequent, and sometimes it is even preferable to first going back to Riga and continuing from there.

What to See

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Pastarins Museum - Bisnieki, Zentene 57.122963, 23.018675 ☎ +371 63154518, +371 28651091, +371 63142473 | Opening Hours: W-Su 10:00-17:00 Baking bread, churning butter, field work, countryside goodies, games, nature trail, E. Birznieks-Upitis, Pastarins.

Kaive oak - Kaives ozols, Oak of Ancestors | 57.064306, 23.025528 You will probably need a vehicle to get there. The road is unsealed from Tukums and hitchhiking is difficult. ☎ +371 63124451 Kaive Oak Kaives Senču ozols It is the biggest oak in Baltics. It's older than 1000 years and 10 m round.

Jaunmokas Castle / Palace - Jaunmokas Manor / Jaunmoku pils | Jaunmokas, Tumes pagasts 56.9816, 23.054 ☎ +371 63107125, +371 26187442, +371 63124572 (museum) | Opening Hours: Monday - Sunday 10:00-18:00 (museum) Jaunmokas Manor Jaunmoku pils 1999-11-06 (2) Forestry museum, guide, castle interior and the room of columns, lodging, horse-drawn carriage rides and the centre of Latvian ornament, herbal teas.

Cinevilla Studios - Kinopilsēta "Cinevilla" | Vidusvecvagari 56.878333, 23.219167 ☎ +371 28606677 | Opening Hours: daily 10:00–19:00 Cinevilla Skats cinevilla Originally built as a movies backlot, today a cinema theme park.

Dunduri meadows - Dunduru pļavas | 56.8299353, 23.4008537 ☎ +371 67730078 Surrounded by forests these fields in Ķemeri National Park are a nice place to visit and observe wild horses and bulls. The location has an observation tower with roof, potentially good for 2-3 people for overnighting.

Jaunpils Castle - Jaunpils 56.730175, 23.021294 ☎ +371 63107082, +371 26101458, +371 63107081 (museum) | Opening Hours: 10:00-17:00 (museum) Jaunpils Castle 6 Jaunpils-pils3-5apr08 Medieval castle, medieval tavern, medieval celebrations, dramatized tours, attractions, museum.

Things to Do

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The Great Ķemeri Moorland (inside of Ķemeri National Park) - Lielais Ķemeru tīrelis | Slampes pagasts 56.904590, 23.453630 The are frequent train connections towards Tukums with a stop in Ķemeri village, right in the middle of the Moorland. Also and the major "highway" going east towards Tukums and Ventspils goes right through the Moorland. ☎ +371 67730078 Ķemeri National Park Liela Kemeru taka 5jul03 Ķemeri is the third largest national park in Latvia, and popular for its extensive moorland, moorland lakes, a wooden footbridge, viewing tower, bird-watching, moss, cranberries, fierce plants. The park extends to the north and the south of the village with the same name. Only south you will find a trail made of planks across the swamp including an observation tower GPS 56.902726,23.454708 (but without roof, so not good for overnighting without tent) – see included track in the following. It seems that (from the satellite view) starting from the observation tower there is a trail leading even further south into the swamp, probably requiring rubber boots – check out the trail also included with this listing. Nevertheless, also northwest of Ķemeri village trails lead through the swamp, check them out on [https://=C OpenStreetMap, which many mobile Apps like OsmAnd, / MAPS.ME, etc. use, or any other preferred map.

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The Great Ķemeri Moorland Trail (green)] – Distance: 11.24 km. 3–4 hr. Grade: easy. The trail starts and finishes at the Ķemeri village train station. Download track: KMZ, GeoJSON, for GPX see GPSies].
Ķemeri Moorland (further into the swamp) Trail (red)] – Distance: 1 km. 1/2 hr. Grade: medium. Waterproof boots recommended. Start at the observation tower, from there the trail seems clearly visible. Note that this is a swamp with its common dangers, take precaution and do not walk on your own. Download track: KMZ, GeoJSON, for GPX see GPSies].

Lake Engure Nature Park - Engures ezera dabas parks | Engures pagasts 57.260477, 23.134706 ☎ +371 29474420 Lake Engure Nature Park Engures ezera dabas parks2 Orchid trail (start) GPS 57.2589,23.1452, bird-watching towers, coastal meadows, wild cows and horses, information stand. A comprehensive map can be found on the parks website].

Medieval Farm "Niedru lija" - Jaunpils pagasts 56.732998, 23.016014 ☎ +371 26336513 Medieval games, coin minting, school of knights, archery, spears, axe throwing, medieval meals, castle.

Halal Restaurants in Riga region

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Riga region

Riga region - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Riga region, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Riga region. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Riga region and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Riga region. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

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

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inRiga region: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Riga region.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Riga region: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Riga region, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Riga region.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Riga region, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Riga region, 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 Riga region and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Riga region, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Riga region, 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 Riga region 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 Riga region 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 Riga region.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Riga region 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.

For Halal business inquiries in Riga region, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Riga region Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

In the following a list of various accommodation options in the region worth mentioning and outside of the above covered cities, towns, and parks:

Jaunpils Castle - Web: ang=eng Jaunpils 56.730465, 23.021466 ☎ +371 29442539 - Dorm from €15, Baron’s room from €95 - Various accommodation options, inside the castle.

Viesnīca Klidziņa - Rīgas iela 10, Skrīveri 56.625277, 25.0858212 ☎ +371 26339971, +371 26308566 - Drom from €12 - Good value for money.

Also check out the See|Dunduri meadows observation tower (see above), which has a roof, and is potentially good for 2-3 people for overnighting, if you bring a sleeping bag and mattress.

News & References Riga region

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