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Things to do in Riga

12 Incredibly Romantic Things to Do in Riga for Couples

Last Modified: March 6, 2021 //  by Anda //  24 Comments

There is a good reason why Riga is becoming an increasingly popular destination lately: so much to see, so many things to do. Since 1991, when Latvia regained its independence, Riga has flourished like no other city in the Baltic region. The vibrant and cosmopolitan city that that you see today has little to no resemblance to Latvia’s …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, LatviaTag: Destination Guides

Rixwell Centra Hotel – Good Value in the Middle of Old Town Riga

Last Modified: April 11, 2022 //  by Anda //  18 Comments

Location, location, location. Set in an Art Nouveau-style building dating from 1884, Rixwell Centra is a budget hotel right in the middle of Old Town Riga, within walking distance from all the attractions. Its proximity to a big shopping mall, museums, great restaurants, pubs and live music bars, make Rixwell Centra a great choice for a visit to Riga. So in case you …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, Latvia, OTHER TOPICS, ReviewsTag: Riga

Things to do in Riga

Dark Secrets of the Corner House – Riga’s Museum of Occupation

Last Modified: February 1, 2023 //  by Anda //  48 Comments

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”George Santayana Some wounds should remain open forever so that people can never forget. This was my first thought as I opened the small wooden door of the Corner House in Riga – the former headquarters of the KGB secret police, also known as Cheka. The imposing structure on the corner of Brivibas and …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, LatviaTag: Riga, Unique Places Around the World

Riga’s Architecture: Testimony to the City’s Fascinating History

Last Modified: February 13, 2022 //  by Anda //  46 Comments

Riga architecture is very diverse – an interesting snapshot of its tumultuous past. Riga was part of the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. It was part of the Russian Empire in the 18th and 19th centuries. And it was part of the Soviet Union from 1940 to 1991. The city’s architectural styles displays a …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, LatviaTag: Riga

Riga Old Town – What to Visit in Latvia’s Epic Capital

Last Modified: February 1, 2023 //  by Anda //  20 Comments

Up in the Baltic region, on the banks of the Daugava River, lies an undiscovered treasure: Riga, Latvia’s long-enduring capital. Riga’s Old Town is one of the best-preserved and most charming historic centers in Europe. But that hasn’t always been like that.

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, LatviaTag: Destination Guides, Riga

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