Want to learn about Latvia? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts โ all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Latvia
| Capital | Riga |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Population | 1,900,000 |
| Languages | Latvian |
| Currency | Euro |
| National symbol | White Wagtail |
| Famous food | Grey Peas and Bacon |
In Latvia, people often speak Latvian. A friendly way to say hello is "Sveiki". ๐
Fun facts about Latvia for kids
- Latvia has the widest waterfall in Europe, called the Venta Rapid โ and in spring, fish jump right over it!
- Almost half of Latvia is covered by untouched, lush forests!
- The country has an amazing Song and Dance Festival that involves 40,000 performers!
- Mittens with colorful and ancient symbols are knit for almost every occasion.
- Midsummer, or Jฤลi, is the most celebrated holiday, with bonfires all night long.
Famous places in Latvia
- Rundฤle Palace
- Gauja National Park
- Riga Old Town
Nature and symbols of Latvia
- White Wagtail
- National sport: Ice Hockey
Going to Latvia with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Sveiki".
- Find Riga, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag ๐ฑ๐ป so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Grey Peas and Bacon at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Rundฤle Palace.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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