Jurmalawas formed from several nearby villages back in the XVIII century, and quickly rose to be the real jewel of the Baltic coast. Most Jurmala is famous for its festivals of music, dance, film, humor. Here is what to do and what to see in summer and winter. "New wave", "KVN" and "yurmalina" - these and many other events are held here. Door
the concert hall "Dzintari"always open for guests and new talent. It is here that many of the famous stars of domestic show-business began his career. Those who are familiar with the Jurmala for a long time, you know that it is not only rich in entertainment this resort, lying between the river Liepupe and the Gulf of Riga, where the sea is very warm and welcoming. The mild climate is wonderfully complemented by well-groomed sand beaches, luxurious hotels and apartments, mineral springs, cultural, historical and architectural monuments, well-developed tourist sector. The hallmark of the city is pedestrian Jomas street, where are located the best restaurants, bars and clubs. You can also visit various museums, art galleries, exhibitions. The street is close to Central beach and the largest Aqua Park in the Baltics. After numerous cultural activities – it is good to devote time to spiritual fulfillment. An unforgettable atmosphere of peace and aesthetic pleasure will give the local nature. For example, in the Dzintari district is the old cottage of Kristaps Morbergs with a lush Botanical garden, which was built in the late XIX century. Unique shape and design features has a wooden house, this outstanding philanthropist and architect. The building was constructed in neo-Gothic style, richly decorated with carved elements, turrets, exquisite stained glass Windows. The interior structure is just as impressive – Wallpaper hand-painted and tiled stoves give even more distinctiveness to this monument. Another remarkable place of the city – Museum under the open sky, looking at which you will arrive in the old fishing village. Here you can see the reconstructed real image of huts and boats, to try to build fishing tackle, learn to tie sailor's knots. Of interest are also a variety of household items and household utensils, handcrafted furniture, equipment for processing of fish, smokehouse, anchors. Here you can taste delicious seafood, enjoy a concert of folk songs and dances.