The Gulf of Riga, Bay of Riga, or Gulf of Livonia (Latvian: Rīgas līcis, Estonian: Liivi laht, Livonian: Piški meŗ, lit. 'Small Sea') [2] is a bay of the Baltic Sea between Latvia and Estonia. The island of Saaremaa (Estonia) partially separates it from the rest of the Baltic Sea.

The Baltic Sea drains through the Danish straits into the Kattegat by way of the Øresund, Great Belt and Little Belt. It includes the Gulf of Bothnia (divided into the Bothnian Bay and the Bothnian Sea), the Gulf of Finland, the Gulf of Riga and the Bay of Gdańsk.

Jul 19, 2023 · Spanning approximately 6900 square miles, the Gulf of Riga includes the Vainameri Sea and is linked to the Baltic Sea mainly via the Irbe Strait. A sub-basin of the Baltic, the Gulf of Riga has historical, economic and ecological significance, making it a fascinating area to study and explore.

The Baltic Sea coast in Latvia stretches for almost 500 kilometers. The coast of Kurzeme is divided by the wild waves of the open sea; at the farthest western point of Latvia - Kolkasrag - they meet with the restrained waters of the Baltic Sea Bay, which wash the white sand beaches of Riga and Jūrmala and the rocky shore of Vidzeme.

4 days ago · Sweden has opened a preliminary investigation into suspected aggravated “sabotage” and ordered the detention of a vessel in the Baltic Sea suspected of damaging an underwater fiber optic cable connecting Latvia and the Swedish island of Gotland earlier that day.

Jan 13, 2018 · The Gulf of Riga is located in the Baltic Sea, between Estonia and Latvia. The gulf is partially separated from the Baltic Sea by the island of Saaremaa, which is Estonian territory.

Nov 5, 2023 · The dynamic capital of Latvia, Riga, is tucked away on the Baltic Sea’s sun-kissed shoreline and entices visitors with a wealth of cultural, historical, and scenic attractions. Known as “The Pearl of the Baltic,” Riga is a mysterious gem in the crown of Northern Europe, captivating everyone who sets eyes on its cobblestone streets.

Gulf of Riga, large gulf of the Baltic Sea, bounded by the northern coast of Latvia and the western coast of Estonia, about 7,000 sq mi (18,000 sq km) in area. The gulf is separated from the Baltic Sea proper by Estonia’s Muhu archipelago, but navigation is possible through several straits.

Feb 26, 2021 · Covering an area of 18,000 km 2, the Gulf of Riga is a large gulf of the Baltic Sea located in Northern Europe between the countries of Estonia and Latvia. It is separated partially from the Baltic Sea by the Saaremaa Island of Estonia.

Dec 19, 2024 · Riga is the capital of Latvia. It occupies both banks of the Daugava (Western Dvina) River, 9 miles (15 km) above its mouth on the Gulf of Riga. It is an important Baltic Sea port.