Since independence in 1991, the official language of Latvia has been the Baltic language of Latvian, a language closely related to Lithuanian. Latvian is spoken by the ethnic population, known as Letts, who make up 58.6% of the population.

Whats Latvia famous for?

Let this list of what Latvia is famous for pique your interest in adding a trip to this tiny nation on your travel bucket list.The Land of 12,000 Rivers ( and 3,000 Lakes) Europes Widest Waterfall. A Chilly Coastline. Castles and Palaces. Churches and Cathedrals. National Parks. Opera and Ballet. A Prison Hostel.More items •2 Feb 2021

Do I need a visa to go to Riga Latvia?

Visa-free travel Citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, Israel, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Brazil and other countries do not need a visa to visit Latvia. Visa-free travellers may stay in Latvia for up to 90 days within a period of 180 days.