Zemgale cultural and historical region of latvia it occupies the central part of the country in the south west of riga residents of zemgale were at all times in latvia the most prosperous peasants wonder of peasant families zemgale place all the presidents of the pre war republic of latvia fortresses manor houses castles parks and noble trees zemgale testify about the rich cultural history of the region and make the region an attractive place for travellers who enjoy art and architect