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Visiting Riga, Latvia


The Latvian capital, the largest city in the Baltics, is a fascinating mixture of proud Latvian tradition and influences of the various countries that have occupied it. Independent once again since 1991, Riga's Art Nouveau center has won it UNESCO World Heritage Site designation. Opened up to mass tourism with the advent of budget air travel, Riga's Old City and its abundance of bars and restaurants can be explored on foot. The New Town is easily reached by an efficient and modern bus and tram... more » The Latvian capital, the largest city in the Baltics, is a fascinating mixture of proud Latvian tradition and influences of the various countries that have occupied it. Independent once again since 1991, Riga's Art Nouveau center has won it UNESCO World Heritage Site designation. Opened up to mass tourism with the advent of budget air travel, Riga's Old City and its abundance of bars and restaurants can be explored on foot. The New Town is easily reached by an efficient and modern bus and tram network. « less
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Hotel Centra Riga

4 of 5 stars
brooklyn, new york
Nov 20, 2009

this is a switch for me from the grand palace. it is good value, good location and friendly front staff. the front staff person on duty the first night loaned me for my stay her personal 220 volt to...more

Kalku Varti

Nov 20, 2009

My wife and I visited this restaurant on Livu Laukums square in the centre of Riga old town and were pleasantly surprised. For starters I had the exquisite duck and mushroom salad which was gargantuan...more

Central Hostel

3 of 5 stars
Kouvola, Finland
Nov 19, 2009

Ok, this is not a hotel. But for a hostel it was absolutely amazing! We got a warm welcome, a clean and lovely room and a great location for very nice price. The breakfast was free too but I have to...more

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