Description:

Liepāja Seaside Park is one of the largest dendrological parks in Latvia with more than 140 local and foreign tree species. It is 3 km long and offers wide recreational and walking opportunities for the whole family. There is a number of noteworthy interest objects in the Park – concert stage Pūt, vējiņi!, the Swan Pond with  fountains, a small island and bridges, the memorial site to Liepāja rock band Līvi – musical and illuminated environmental design object Spoku koks (Ghost tree), as well as the biggest drums in Latvia, reminding that Liepāja is the capitol of Latvian music. There is also the NBA basketball court in the Park constructed as a gift from the famous basketball player Kristaps Porziņģis, who was born in Liepāja. The Park is located on the sea coast with a wide beach area, which has got the Blue flag award certifying its good quality. It is also the first beach in Latvia, which is adapted for people with visual and movement impairment, therefore it is possible for people with visual and movement impairment to get to the water and even enjoy a swim, using the special equipment available at the Rescue station.