Latvia is the quiet middle sister of the Baltic countries. Not only can you visit its beautiful beach, its capital Riga is also home to the largest Art-Nouveau district in Europe! And you’ll find medieval orders and castles in its countryside, so what are you waiting for?
This is post 3 of 3 in the series “Latvia” Liepāja is the third largest city in Latvia on the Baltic coast. It’s known as the Windy City, 3 hours west of Riga (or one hour by plane). It’s a popular seaside town known for its wind and beaches, as well as their theater. It’s […]
This is post 2 of 3 in the series “Latvia” Gauja National Park is a popular day trip destination from Riga. It covers an area of 90,000 hectares and stretches between Sigulda and Cesis east of Riga. From Riga, it is easiest to explore around Sigulda, Krimulda, and Turaida, unless you have your own car. […]
This is post 1 of 3 in the series “Latvia” Riga is the capital of Latvia, the center of the three Baltic States in Europe. It might seem like an off-beat choice, but there are plenty of things to do in Riga and around, whether you are interested in history, architecture, or nature. From the […]
