The Most Enchanting Villages in Europe You’ve Never Heard Of

15. Riga, Latvia

As the largest city in the Baltics, Riga is a melting pot of cultural influences. Its UNESCO-listed Old Town is a maze of cobblestone streets, medieval churches, and vibrant squares. Riga is particularly noted for its Art Nouveau architecture, with over 800 buildings adorned with intricate facades, making it one of the densest concentrations of this style worldwide. The Central Market, housed in repurposed Zeppelin hangars, offers a sensory overload of local produce, crafts, and flavors, providing a genuine taste of Latvian life.