The seaside resort town of Jurmala With its beautiful white beaches and known for its thermal baths, Jurmala is Latvia's most prestigious seaside town. Ints Vikmanis / age fotostock
Jurmala seaside resort is on the western shore, a few miles from the centre of Riga. It is easily accessible by tramway. A white sand beach skirted by beautiful villas takes you back to the chic thirties. Be careful though, do not swim in the sea as it is highly polluted. Dunes, forests and museums, galleries, restaurants and bars make it ideal for relaxation and entertainment.