Latvia
Latvia is a country in Europe. Its capital is Riga, and it shares land borders with 4 countries.
- Capital
- Riga
- Region
- Europe
- Area
- 64,439 km² Number 121 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 4 countries
What is the capital of Latvia?
The capital of Latvia is Riga.
Which countries border Latvia?
Latvia shares land borders with 4 countries: Belarus, Estonia, Lithuania and Russia.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Riga |
|---|---|---|
 Lithuania | Vilnius | 262 km (163 mi) |
 Estonia | Tallinn | 279 km (174 mi) |
 Belarus | Minsk | 403 km (250 mi) |
 Russia | Moscow | 841 km (523 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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