Liepāja is located between the Baltic Sea coast and Lake Liepāja, and is the third largest city in Latvia and an important ice-free port. It is a significant railway hub, as well as a vital port and marine fishing center on the southern coast of the Baltic Sea.

Liepāja is a beautiful city, with churches dating back to the 18th century, rich and unique architectural styles, Soviet-era apartment buildings, scenic parks, picturesque beaches, and other abundant tourism resources. One of Liepāja’s famous attractions is the monument to the sailors and fishermen who lost their lives at sea. This modern monument, built in 1977, is located on the Baltic Sea coast in Liepāja Seaside Park. In addition, there are numerous memorial museums, historical landmarks, the St. Anne Lutheran Church dating back to 1587, the ancient Liepāja Trinity Lutheran Church, the beautiful Rose Square in the city center, the bustling Peter Market, the home of craftsmen with the world’s longest amber necklace, Liepāja Museum with over 100,000 exhibits, ancient wooden buildings, and the eerie Karosta Prison, among other well-known attractions that are not to be missed.

Liepāja

Reasons to Visit: The third largest city in Latvia

Continent of the Attraction: Europe

Country/Region of the Attraction: Latvia

Province/State of the Attraction: Liepāja

City of the Attraction: Liepāja