Zilupe is located in Ludza Municipality, in the eastern part of Latvia near the border with Russia. It lies east of Ludza and southeast of R膿zekne, placing it within the Latgale region.
Location Map of Zilupe, Latvia
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Where is Zilupe Located?
Zilupe is located in Ludza Municipality, in the eastern part of Latvia near the border with Russia. It lies east of Ludza and southeast of R膿zekne, placing it within the Latgale region.
The town covers an area of approximately 5 sq km (1.93 sq mi) and has a population of about 1,500 residents as per recent estimates.
Zilupe is known for its borderland location and small-town character. Key attractions include Zilupe River, town center, local parks, nearby forests, cultural sites, and surrounding countryside landscapes.
Zilupe, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Zilupe |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Zilupe Municipality |
| Region | Latgale (Eastern Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1928 |
| Population | Approx. 1,500 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 4.20 sq km (1.62 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 360 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 56.3330掳 N, 27.3540掳 E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-5630 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Zilupe River |
| Transportation | Rail and road connections; near Russian border |
| Famous For | Border town, multicultural heritage, and rural charm |
| Top Attractions | Zilupe River, local parks, historical buildings |
| Official Website | N/A |
Distance from Zilupe to Major Cities in Latvia
- Zilupe to Riga 鈥� 330 km (205 miles)
- Zilupe to Valmiera 鈥� 300 km (186 miles)
- Zilupe to C膿sis 鈥� 280 km (174 miles)
- Zilupe to Sigulda 鈥� 260 km (162 miles)
- Zilupe to Limba啪i 鈥� 300 km (186 miles)
- Zilupe to Saulkrasti 鈥� 280 km (174 miles)
- Zilupe to Ogre 鈥� 230 km (143 miles)
- Zilupe to Jelgava 鈥� 280 km (174 miles)
- Zilupe to Tukums 鈥� 320 km (199 miles)
- Zilupe to Ventspils 鈥� 440 km (273 miles)
- Zilupe to Liep膩ja 鈥� 460 km (286 miles)
- Zilupe to Daugavpils 鈥� 50 km (31 miles)
- Zilupe to R膿zekne 鈥� 30 km (19 miles)
- Zilupe to J膿kabpils 鈥� 180 km (112 miles)
- Zilupe to Gulbene 鈥� 160 km (99 miles)
- Zilupe to Madona 鈥� 130 km (81 miles)
- Zilupe to Kuld墨ga 鈥� 430 km (267 miles)
- Zilupe to Saldus 鈥� 400 km (249 miles)
- Zilupe to Bauska 鈥� 250 km (155 miles)
- Zilupe to Prei募i 鈥� 40 km (25 miles)
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