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Ventspils Radio
Radio in Ventspils, Courland, Latvia
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Ventspils International Radio Astronomy Center
The main purpose of the Ventspils International Radio Astronomy Center in Ventspils, Latvia is to take part in observations of cosmic sources of natural and artificial radiation. By doing this they accumulate observational data for fundamental and practical research programs in radio astronomy, astrophysics, cosmology, geophysics, geodynamics, geodesy, coordinate-time service and other in their own words. The 32-meter fully steerable parabolic, centimetre-wave range antenna RT-32 and a 16-meter diameter antenna RT-16 taken over by the Latvian academy of Science and based at the former Space Communication Center, has promoted the establishment of the Ventspils International Radio Astronomy Center or VIRAC to take the vision forward. Come for a fascinating visit and enjoy a hike in the area or relaxing day at the beach.
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Port of Ventspils2016-06-24
The Port of Ventspils run by the Freeport of Ventspils authority in Ventspils, Latvia offers an ice free deep water port for sea transport and transit and is and industrial center of international significance as they say. The Freeport of Ventspil has tugs, terminals and shipping agencies, handles ferry traffic, bunkering and has pilots and a shipyard as well as floating crane, and they offer industrial diving and collection of marine waste, plus have offices for rent. The majority of services are offered by private enterprises operating in the territory of the port, and they can accommodate the largest vessels of the Baltic Sea being the deepest port of the eastern coast, they handle liquid and dry bulk and general cargo.READ MORE
Skroderkrogs2016-06-27
Skroderkrogs is arguably the best restaurant in Ventspils, Latvia with a vast menu of delicious meals, friendly attentive staff and beautiful interior, and they come highly recommended. Meals are beautifully plated, pleasing to the visual and the palate, and menu items include fish and chips, other fish and meat dishes, traditional Latvian cuisine, perfect ending desserts, refreshing beverages and great coffee. Skroderkrogs is a must visit when in Ventspils, and you'll be back, their perfect combination of freshness, taste, quality, good portions and excellent service await you, come for your dining pleasure.READ MORE
The Castle of the Livonian Order2016-06-27
The Castle of the Livonian Order in Ventspils, Latvia houses the Ventspils Museum and is the oldest building in the city, built in the second half of the 13th century, and today is believed to be the oldest medieval fortress in Latvia to have retained its original form. Originally built as a convent house type building, it was various churches throughout the times and even a prison, the castle also housed various administrative institutions and arm units. The Castle of the Livonian Order has and is still undergoing restoration, and the permanent exhibition of the Ventspils Museum is housed here, they even have a digital exhibition of Living History in the attractive castle tower with telepanoramas. There's an education centre for children's activities and they regularly house temporary exhibitions on art and history as well as host concerts and other events.READ MORE
The House of Crafts2016-06-27
The House of Crafts in Ventspils, Latvia, a branch of the Ventspils Museum has a photo studio, a weaver and pottery workshop as well as a gift shop, and house different exhibitions of arts and crafts. They also host cultural events, which take place regularly, and their location in the oldest school building of the 18th century is itself a contemporary object of culture and tourism. There's a 19th century style classroom open for visitation, and visitors here can enjoy a fascinating journey of old craft tools and craftsmen workshops who tell of the craft history. The House of Crafts also offers other educational programmes including the Family tree and retro photo exhibitions with old cameras and photos including black and white, come enjoy a walk back.READ MORE
Villa Leonardo2016-06-27
Villa Leonardo in Ventspils, Latvia is a just a short walk from the beach surrounded by the picturesque Seaside Park and features a green garden and bicycle rentals, and guests may uses the sauna and bathhouse with professional bathhouse attendant. Rooms are warmly decorated complete with kitchen, private entrances, cable TV and free WIFI, plus breakfast and other meals can be arranged. Villa Leonardo has suites, junior suites and superior rooms to choose from and the Luxus apartment has excellent facilities with patio. Come for a wonderful stay near the beach, water park, bluff of the Baltic Sea, open air marine museum, narrow gauge railway, children's town and action park, it's all here for a fabulous holiday.READ MORE
Hotel of the Olympic Centre2016-06-26
Hotel of the Olympic Centre in Ventspils, Latvia offers cozy and comfortable rooms for short term and longer stays, ideal for sportsmen, tourists and business people. There are choices of twin, triple and semi-lux rooms and one suite all equipped with TV, WIFI internet and shower cabins and additional beds for children or a crib can be arranged, they also have laundry facilities. Hotel of the Olympic Centre has a conference hall for groups up to 30, equipped with all you need for presentations, and the H20 Cafe caters to lunch, coffee, snacks and meal. Guests staying at the Hotel of the Olympic Centre are ideally located close to a fitness centres, a bathhouse, skating rink, other sports and recreation facilities include a water park, adventure park, Spa and much more, come for an unforgettable stay.READ MORE
Oranzais Nams2016-06-24
Oranzais Nams is a lovely guest house in Ventspils, Latvia with two and three bed rooms decorated in warm orange shades, each with own fully equipped kitchen, WIFI and TV. The small enclosed courtyard has a lovely lounge area with grill, and there are bicycles available to rent, ideal for exploring the area. Oranzais Nams can accommodate 18 people at a time, so is great for groups or large families travelling together or even couples and singles, plus they are open year round, come for a wonderful stay and great hosts, it's all here.READ MORE
Guest House Kupfernams2016-06-24
Guest House Kupfernams is a beautiful, historical building in the heart of Ventspils, Latvia dating back to 1820, and now offers an architecturally award winning stay. Located close to the ferry terminal, promenade and transport with beach connections, this is your ideal base for exploring all that the area has to offer including the must visit old town with Livonian Order Castle. Guest House Kupfernams has 6 rooms with satellite TV, shower, toilet and hairdryer and there is free WIFI available, free parking and breakfast included in the price, plus pets are welcome. They offer tour guide services, bike hire and laundry services, and the lounge is available for private hire for seminars, events and meetings, come for a wonderful stay.READ MORE
The Adventure Park2016-06-26
The Adventure Park of Ventspils welcomes you to a world of fun and entertainment, active recreation and sports for families and individuals. The have a skiing hill for winter and in summer there's a rope track, they also have amusement rides, bumper cars, bumper boats and trampoline boats and there's a synthetic skating rink, plus the center of the amusement area is decorated by laminar flow fountains. The Adventure Park of Ventspils has a rental centre and cafe in the service building with external terrace, and they feature a driving school for children, paintball, inflatable attractions, catapult, mad rotor, Electrical Rodeo Bulls, hill scooters, hill boarding, bicycle rental with track, a Quadruple trampoline, children's playhouse, tarzan jump and more, here the fun never ends, come play, plus there's a new wake park with rental gear and equipment or bring your own wakeboards and wetsuits, helmet and vest.READ MORE
Veldzes Nams2016-06-24
Veldzes Nams is a guest house in Ventspils, Latvia offering an award winning stay, voted the best guest house in the area for 3 years running near the beautiful Blue Flag beach. There are choices of double, triple and quadruple rooms with air con, fridge, satellite TV, writing desk and chair, WIFI and many other extras for a comfortable and clean stay in immaculate surrounds. Veldzes Nams also features 2 banquet halls for seminars and events, and there's a sauna and terrace, grill accessories and fully equipped kitchen, a playground for children and car parking in the yard, plus there are bicycles available for rent. Come for a wonderful stay close to the beach, attractions and activities, there's even a possibility to accommodate with pets.READ MORE