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Latvia quiz
Latvia is in 6 of our quizzes: outline, capital, 3 Explorer photos, the Europe map and flag. Old Town and Gaiziņkalns are among its 3 photos.
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8 questions about Latvia only, mixed from every pack it appears in. Scored on the spot.
Latvia at a glance
| Capital | Riga |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Location | Eastern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea, between Estonia and Lithuania |
| Population | 1.9 million (2025 estimate), 149th of 196 |
| Area | 64,589 km², 120th of 196 |
| People per km² | 29 |
| Land borders | Lithuania (544 km), Estonia (333 km), Russia (332 km), Belarus (161 km) |
| Coastline | 498 km |
| Highest point | Gaizina Kalns, 312 m |
| Official language | Latvian |
| Flag colours | maroon and white |
| Drives on the | right |
| Calling code | +371 |
| Terrain | Low plain |
| Climate | Maritime; wet, moderate winters |
| Where the name comes from | The name originates from the Latgalians, one of four eastern Baltic tribes that formed the ethnic core of the Latvian people (ca. 8th-12th centuries A.D.) |
| In our quizzes | 6 packs |
Of 4 land neighbours, Lithuania shares the longest border with Latvia (544 km) and Belarus the shortest (161 km); there are also 498 km of coast. By area Latvia is 120th of 196 countries, just behind Lithuania and ahead of Togo. Its highest point, Gaizina Kalns, is only 312 m above the sea; 18 countries have a lower top.
Facts from the CIA World Factbook and Wikidata; questions from our quiz packs. Updated .
Where it is
Places to find
3 in Explorer
Medieval spires and Art Nouveau facades by the Daugava.
Photo: Guillaume Speurt from Vilnius, Lithuania / CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons licence
Latvia's highest point, a gentle wooded hill 312 metres above sea level.
Photo: BirdsEyeLV / CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons licence
Latvia's 'Versailles', a baroque palace built by the architect of the Winter Palace.
Photo: Arian Zwegers / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons licenceQuestions we ask
2| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which country's capital is Riga? | Latvia |
| Which European country has its seat of government in Riga? | Latvia |
Where Latvia trips people up
Estonia is a wrong choice for Riga and again for Latvia's outline. In the flag round the other choices are Austria, Indonesia and Poland. Latvia's shape is shown beside Lithuania, Estonia and Belarus.
Explorer has 3 Latvia photos: Old Town, Gaiziņkalns and Rundāle Palace.
Every Latvia question, with streaks and a leaderboard, is in the app.
PlayQuestions and answers
What is the capital of Latvia?
The capital of Latvia is Riga.
Which continent is Latvia in?
Latvia is in Europe.
What is the population of Latvia?
About 1.9 million (2025 estimate).
Which countries border Latvia?
Latvia borders Lithuania, Estonia, Russia and Belarus.
What is the highest point in Latvia?
Gaizina Kalns, at 312 m.
What is the official language of Latvia?
Latvian.