This point shapefile represents administrative divisions of Latvia. The Global Map Latvia - Boundaries layer accuracy corresponds to scale 1:500 000. Boundaries layer were developed with generalization method from digital Cadaster map at scale 1:10 000. Names of administrative units are shown according to data from the Central Statistical Bureau of Latvia. Boundary lines information renovated according to changes till November 2012. The Global Map Latvia - Drainage layer accuracy corresponds to scale 1:1 000 000. Drainage layer were developed with generalization method from Overview map of Latvia at scale 1:250 000. Drainage information renovated according to changes till January 2012. The Global Map Latvia - Transportation layer accuracy corresponds to scale 1:1 000 000. Transportation layer were developed with generalization method from Overview map of Latvia at scale 1:250 000. Transportation information renovated according to changes till January 2012. Global Map data were developed under the cooperation of National Geospatial Information Authorities (NGIAs) of respective countries and regions.
Creator:
Latvian Geospatial Information Agency
Publisher:
International Steering Committee for Global Mapping
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