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Jūrmala
Jūrmala is a resort town located only 20 km from Riga, the capital of Latvia. Jūrmala is famous for its health resorts and beaches, fine white sand and well-developed infrastructure.Jūrmala features a number of SPAs, groomed sand beaches, ancient pine forests, neat small houses and lovely cafes.
During Soviet Latvia times Jūrmala was a favourite place of recreation for visitors from very diverse backgrounds - government officials, artistic bohemia and everyday citizens - wishing to spend their vacation in peace and the healing seaside air.![Unique nature of a resort town and well-developed infrastructure](/uploads/images/jurmala/2.jpg)
![Seaside and the river within walking distance](/uploads/images/jurmala/2.jpg)
![Pine woods, sandy beach and soft coastal climate](/uploads/images/jurmala/2.jpg)