Embassy of Italy in Riga

View of the State Opera

The building itself exudes elegance and fits perfectly into Riga's architectural image, which is characterized by Art Nouveau and Renaissance influences. Today, the building serves as Italy's diplomatic mission in Latvia, housing both the consular and diplomatic departments. It is an impressive place for anyone visiting Riga, not only because of the Italian flag that proudly flies on the facade, but also because of the ornate design of the building.Historically, Italy has had close relations with Latvia that have developed over many years. Since Latvia gained its independence after World War I, the Italian government has been keen to establish and maintain diplomatic relations. Even after Latvia regained its independence in 1991, the embassy became an important hub for exchanges between the two countries. Today, the embassy is important for relations in areas such as culture, education and trade.