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- Jurmala
Jurmala
The largest resort town in the Baltic region, Jurmala is a
stunningly attractive little coastal town that provides a relaxing
haven for tourists to Latvia. Known as the 'Pearl of Latvia', for
years the local population kept its secret to themselves: now,
however, word of its charms is spreading, and tourists from all
over Europe are heading to Jurmala to relax on its scenic coastline
and receive treatments at its world-class spa centres. Boasting
white-sand beaches that give way to groves of towering pine trees,
and a town filled with wooden buildings sporting gingerbread trim,
Jurmala is a picture-perfect place to unwind during your holiday in
Latvia. The town is also great for watersport enthusiasts, and in
summer, languid ferry trips down the Lielupe River can be
booked.
Information & Facts
Language
Latvian is the official language, but English,
Lithuanian, Russian and German are also spoken.
Money
The official currency is the Lat (LVL), which is divided into
100 santims. Most hotels and restaurants in Riga accept credit
cards, and most major banks cash travellers cheques, but outside of
the capital credit cards are not widely accepted and credit card
fraud can be a problem at smaller institutions. Foreign currency
can be exchanged at any bank, at money change kiosks and at some
hotels. Note that a 4% fee will be charged to exchange US dollars
that are torn or marked in any way. Most banks are closed on
Saturdays and Sundays. ATMs are available in the larger cities.