Kundziņsala
Kundziņsala | |
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Neighbourhood of Riga | |
Location of Kundziņsala in Riga | |
Interactive map of Kundziņsala | |
| Country | Latvia |
| City | Riga |
| District | Northern District |
| Area | |
• Total | 5.554 km2 (2.144 sq mi) |
| Population (2017) | |
• Total | 382 |
| • Density | 68.8/km2 (178/sq mi) |
| Website | apkaimes.lv |
Kundziņsala is a neighbourhood of Riga in Latvia, located on an island fully enclaved within the Daugava River in Freeport. The neighbourhood is administratively part of Riga's Northern District. Kundziņsala is the largest island in Riga. It is mainly covered by an industrial area related to maritime trade. With a population of 358 as of 2021, Kundziņsala blends the feel of a small rural community with the demands of nearby industrial port activities. This mix has shaped a strong local identity influenced by both its natural surroundings and environmental challenges.