One of the best student cities in the Baltic States: Jelgava

July 12, 2017 Rihards Gederts No comments exist

You may ask could Jelgava be one of the best student cities in the Baltic States? Maybe not yet, but it has a potential to be one of the best. Sure there is a need for improvements but by investing in education and infrastructure the city will become a powerhouse of the Baltic States.

The city

Jelgava is situated on the banks of river Lielupe and it’s located only 40 km from Riga. Therefore, many people who work in Riga are commuting back to formerly known capital of  Duchess of Courland!

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Jelgava is a city that takes care of its image. This is a city that wants to improve the daily life of local inhabitants and leave a good impression to its guests.

The Lielupe Bank Promenade - Urban Treetops
The Lielupe Bank Promenade – Urban Treetops

When Urban Treetops team visited Jelgava we were surprised about several infrastructure projects. Especially the The Lielupe Bank Promenade. This walkway is a great addition for local cyclists and pedestrians. With convenient access to other parts of infrastructure, recreational places and cafes this project has been a success for the city of Jelgava.

Basically you are on the same level with water. This was achieved by building a 5 metre high embankment of the river Lielupe. You can access the lower level by steps that are leading down to water.

Do you think that city of Jelgava is going on the right direction?

Do you think that city of Jelgava is going on the right direction? - Urban Treetops

 

What is it like to be a student in Jelgava?

The city is hosting the biggest university in agricultural field in Latvia: The Latvia University of Agriculture. The university is specializing in areas that covers agricultural science, forestry, food technology and other similar fields.

The city of Jelgava has a potential to become one of the best cities in the Baltic States and Latvia for students. It has the right infrastructure in place to accomplish this task.

People enjoying summer in Jelgava - Urban Treetops
People enjoying summer in Jelgava – Urban Treetops
Truly magnificent view on Jelgava - Urban Treetops
Truly magnificent view on Jelgava – Urban Treetops
The unique and unambiguously green park of Jelgava Palace
The unique and unambiguously green park of Jelgava Palace
Jelgava Palace is a remarkable masterpiece of 18th century
Jelgava Palace is a remarkable masterpiece of 18th century
Design of Italian architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli
Design of Italian architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli

 

Jelgava Palace is the largest Baroque style palace in the Baltic states
Jelgava Palace is the largest Baroque style palace in the Baltic states

To find out more about cities, neighborhoods and accommodation options in Latvia Urban Treetops is recommending you to read Riga neighborhood guide.

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