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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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The Olympic Centre Ventspils2016-06-26
The Olympic Centre Ventspils has an incredible range of complexes and activities to be enjoyed including the sports hall centre, the beach aqua park, the ice hall and basketball hall and is one of the most modern sports complexes in Latvia/ The promote the highest level of professional sporting achievements, they also have a football stadium with modern, natural grass covered pitch, skate parks, a rowing complex, skiing hill, track and field arena and adventure centre. The Olympic Centre Ventspils regularly hosts sporting events like walking festivals, half marathons, snowboarding and freestyle skiing cup events, freestyle BMX competitions, FA cups, basketball tournaments and much, much more. They also cover weightlifting, boxing, canoeing, extreme sports, powerlifting and athletics, and have a a short track.READ MORE
Pils Restorans Livonija2016-06-27
Pils Restorans Livonija in Ventspils, Latvia is a stunning and unique medieval restaurant in the Livonian Order Castle open for breakfast, lunch and dinner offering romantic and beautiful culinary journeys. The world of food awaits with mouthwatering game dishes and other different culinary traditions and secrets to entice, surprise and satisfy as they say, and they have and excellent drinks menu to compliment meals as well as fantastic cocktails. Pils Restorans Livonija is the perfect destination for celebrations, banquets, presentations and events, they also host Live music on Fridays, come for an unforgettable dining experience in historic surrounds.READ MORE
Escape DanaR2016-06-27
Escape DanaR is an escape room in Ventspils, Latvia offering an intellectual real life game for 2-4 people, where you are locked in a room with the only task being to get out within 60 minutes, can you make it out in time. Work in teams and set the sea wolf free, you will have to rely on each other and communicate, use logic and clues to carry out tasks and unlock the door, it's a mystery that awaits and needs to be solved. Escape DanaR welcomes you to come challenge the Nest of the Sea Wolf and escape from the room saving the sea wolf, it's gripping stuff, not to be missed adventure play.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
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
Seaside Open-Air Museum2016-06-27
The Seaside Open-Air Museum of Ventspils, Latvia is a branch of the Ventspils Museum founded in 1954, and here indoor and outdoor museum collections delight reflecting the life of Latvian and Liv fishermen and farmers. The collection includes more than 20 000 items, the largest being a windmill and the smallest a needle used to attach float nets to a line. The Seaside Open-Air Museums all time favourite attraction is the narrow gauge railway with a long history going back, the open air exhibition also includes a selection of anchors and here they hold annual traditional festivals, and in summer season craft workers are seen weaving and a smith and potter give demonstrations, come for a fascinating visit.READ MORE
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
Bikram Yoga Riga2016-06-27
Bikram Yoga Riga is a studio in Ventspils, Latvia offering classes by certified Bikram Yoga instructors, who still regularly attend seminars around the world continually acquiring knowledge and competence to pass on to those interested in practising Bikram Yoga. Open 7 days a week, the studio not only gives lessons but also sells mats, towels and other products you need for classes. Bikram Yoga Riga have beginner classes and the Bikram Yoga system based on centuries old knowledge is ideally suited to western culture and assists with fighting contemporary problems like stress, burn out, incorrect stance, overeating and much more, and it's a specially developed series of 26 hatha yoga postures and 2 breathing exercises.READ MORE
Ventspils Seaside Camping2016-06-27
Ventspils Seaside Camping in Ventspils, Latvia is located over 10 hectares a short walk to the sea and beautiful Blue Flag beach, and here they have cottages, caravan sites, tent sites, sheds and there's a sauna and banquet hall for events and special occasions up to 40 people. The cafe open in the summer time for refreshing beverages and delicious meals also caters to groups, there's car parking close to accommodations, and guests are welcome to bring their pets. Ventspils Seaside Camping offers equipment rental if you need any necessities, and there's a sports field and children's playground, they also have bike rentals, and all guests may use the the service building with self service kitchen, come for a fantastic stay in beautiful surrounds with excellent camping amenities.READ MORE
Viesu Nams Dzirkali2016-06-24
Viesu Nams Dzirkali in Ventspils, Latvia is a beautiful guest house with convenient location near water attractions, recreation, sauna, entertainment and a swimming, they are also located near the stunning Blue Flag beach. Accommodation options include lovely apartments with satellite TV, WIFI, an equipped kitchen, fireplace, toilet and washing machine, there are also twin bed rooms to let with satellite TV, WIFI and fitted kitchens, and there's camping in bungalows with the same. Viesu Nams Dzirkali also have a quad bike, bicycles, a courtyard, trampoline, grill area and much more, come for a wonderful stay near fun attractions and entertainment with all things beach close by.READ MORE