Christmas trees, Christmas markets, and family gatherings—Christmas in Latvia is a bright, cheerful time of year, both in public and in the privacy of the home. Let’s discover what makes Christmas in Latvia special and how Latvians celebrate Christmas. Table of Contents Celebration of the Winter Solstice The First Christmas Tree Latvian Christmas Decorations The …
Are you looking for things to do in Latvia as you plan your travel in the Baltic countries? This guide to activities, sights, and experiences will help you discover the best of Latvia. Table of Contents Riga Coastal Cities and Beaches Castles Rundale Palace Soviet Sites Forest, Bogs, and Other Natural Attractions Latvian Cities …
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Are you interested in learning about Latvia? These facts about Latvia cover aspects of its history, culture, and landscape. They also touch upon some of its points of interest. Discover facts about Latvia you didn’t know, and learn more about this Baltic country. 1. Latvia Celebrates Two Independence Days Latvia, like Lithuania and Estonia, celebrates …
Are you planning a trip to Latvia? You may be wondering what Latvian cities to include in your itinerary. Whether you go by car, book a guide, or take public transportation, due to Latvia’s size, its cities and towns are easy to get to and explore if you’ve already established either a base to venture …
When you visit Latvia, you’ll notice souvenir shops and outdoor market vendors selling elements of Latvian folk art. From crafts made as they have been for generations to versions of those crafts reinterpreted for today, Latvian folk art makes excellent gifts or memorabilia of your travel through the Baltic states. Learn about Latvian folk art …
Riga, Latvia, is one of the Baltic capitals that you should visit when you travel the Baltic countries. One of Riga’s highlights is its many examples of Art Nouveau architecture. This style, which took inspiration from organic shapes and nature, was popular at the beginning of the 20th century. Due to a construction boom that …
Latvia, a Northern European country on the Baltic Sea coast, is an excellent country to visit if you’re a medieval history buff or you enjoy exploring and learning about castles. Latvia’s oldest castles date back to when the Livonian Order and the Teutonic Knights occupied the territory and built castles for defense purposes, as headquarters, …
Daugavpils, despite its long and interesting history and former prominence, is often overlooked as a place to visit. But Daugavpils shouldn’t be missed as a destination when you’re visiting Latvia or traveling around the Baltic countries. Daugavpils’s reputation as a city associated with industry and the military has done it no favors. The Soviet era …
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Like Soviet sites in Lithuania, Soviet sites in Latvia can tell us much about the country’s 20th-century history. Though Latvia has been independent from the Soviet Union for over 30 years, when we’re dealing with architecture, monuments, and indeed living memory, three decades is not a very long time. Soviet Sites in Latvia – Evidence …
Easter in Latvia is a celebration of springtime, the Christian belief in Christ’s Resurrection, and the continuation of pagan tradition in modern times. In Latvian Easter traditions, the celebration of the spring equinox and the Christian holiday combine. Let’s discover how Latvians recognize Easter through language, rituals and beliefs, and generations-old practices. The Days of …
