This unique museum in the center of Old City Riga shares the story of what life was like for Latvians under the Communist Soviet Union and Nazi Germany occupation regimes from 1940 to 1991. In ...

RIGA - On February 11, the University of Latvia’s House of Science hosted the "Energy Development Pathways in the Baltic Sea Region" conference, the largest energy summit of its kind in the Baltics.

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Latvian capital Riga — less than three hours from the UK — is ranked among the world’s greenest cities. So it’s no surprise to find so many parks to enjoy while exploring this walkable city. Then ...

The city council in the Latvian capital, Riga, has agreed to dismantle a contentious Soviet monument in the city center. The decision was made during a special session on May 13, with police ...

I first visited Riga and the surrounding areas 10 years ago. I enjoyed my time there but I wouldn’t have raved about it.

Travellers looking for a bargain city break in Europe should look east, according to the latest Post Office Travel Report. The research found that Latvian capital Riga ranked as the best value ...

Big on history, architecture and – latterly – fine food, this often overlooked city is ideal for a budget weekend away Robin is a Scottish travel writer, blogger and broadcaster with over 30 years of ...

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