Pļaviņas is located in Aizkraukle Municipality, in the central part of Latvia along the Daugava River. It lies southeast of Riga and west of Jēkabpils, placing it within an important riverside area of the region.
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Where is Pļaviņas Located?
Pļaviņas is located in Aizkraukle Municipality, in the central part of Latvia along the Daugava River. It lies southeast of Riga and west of Jēkabpils, placing it within an important riverside area of the region.
The town covers an area of approximately 7 sq km (2.70 sq mi) and has a population of about 3,000 residents as per recent estimates.
Pļaviņas is known for its hydroelectric power station and river views. Key attractions include Pļaviņas Hydroelectric Power Plant, Daugava River, local parks, nearby forests, recreational areas, and scenic river landscapes.
Pļaviņas, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Pļaviņas |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Aizkraukle Municipality |
| Region | Vidzeme (Central Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1927 |
| Population | Approx. 3,000 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 7.00 sq km (2.70 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 430 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 56.6170° N, 25.7250° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-5120 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Daugava River, Aiviekste River |
| Transportation | Rail and road connections; located on Riga–Daugavpils route |
| Famous For | Hydroelectric power station nearby and scenic river confluence |
| Top Attractions | Pļaviņas HPP area, Daugava River viewpoints, local parks |
| Official Website | N/A |
Distance from Pļaviņas to Major Cities in Latvia
- Pļaviņas to Riga – 130 km (81 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Valmiera – 180 km (112 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Cēsis – 160 km (99 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Sigulda – 140 km (87 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Limbaži – 170 km (106 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Saulkrasti – 150 km (93 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Ogre – 90 km (56 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Jelgava – 120 km (75 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Tukums – 160 km (99 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Ventspils – 280 km (174 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Liepāja – 320 km (199 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Daugavpils – 130 km (81 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Rēzekne – 170 km (106 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Jēkabpils – 40 km (25 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Gulbene – 140 km (87 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Madona – 100 km (62 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Kuldīga – 290 km (180 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Saldus – 260 km (162 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Bauska – 120 km (75 miles)
- Pļaviņas to Preiļi – 110 km (68 miles)
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