The University of Latvia was founded in 1919 and is the only classical university in the country and one of the largest universities in the Baltic States. It has 13 faculties and more than 20 research institutes, offering over 130 academic and professional study programmes.
The UNESCO World Heritage city of Riga is one of the most renowned destinations in the Baltics, mostly due to its incredible architectural Art Nouveau ensemble and the Old Town cobbled streets. Other highlights that should not be missed are the Central Market, which housed former Zeppelin hangars, the Occupation Museum of Latvia, the Freedom Monument, and the bustling cultural and nightlife.