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Valdemārpils

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Valdemārpils

Location in Latvia

Country

Latvia

Municipality

Talsi Municipality

Town rights

1917

Area

• Total

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• Land

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Population

(2024)

• Total

1,135

Time zone

UTC+2 (EET)

• Summer (DST)

UTC+3 (EEST)

Postal code

LV-3260

Calling code

+371 632

Website

http://www.valdemarpils.lv/

Valdemārpils is a charming town located in the northwestern part of Latvia. It is part of the Talsi Municipality. The town was known as Sasmaka until 1926. It was renamed to honor a very important Latvian leader, Krišjānis Valdemārs. He was born nearby and played a big role in the the First Latvian National Awakening.

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Valdemārpils is a small but historic town. It has a population of about 1,135 people as of 2024. The town is a peaceful place to live and visit. It offers a glimpse into Latvian history and culture.

The Town's Name Change

The town was originally called Sasmaka. In 1926, it was renamed Valdemārpils. This change was made to honor Krišjānis Valdemārs. He was a key figure in Latvia's history.

Krišjānis Valdemārs: A Latvian Hero

Krišjānis Valdemārs was born in a nearby area. He was one of the main leaders of the First Latvian National Awakening. This was a time when Latvians worked to celebrate their own language, culture, and identity. Valdemārs helped people feel proud to be Latvian. A special memorial stone in Valdemārpils honors him.

Famous People from Valdemārpils

Besides Krišjānis Valdemārs, another notable person was born here. Ephraim Deinard, a famous Jewish bibliographer, was born in Sasmaka in 1846. He was known for collecting many rare books.