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by vairab

Rundale Palace is an architectural pearl of Latvia created by an outstanding architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli, designer of the Winter Palace in St.Petersburg. Rastrelli was invited to design the palace by Birzov, the favourite of empress Anna, in 1735 when the Duke of Kurzeme was just preparing to take the throne. For building the palace Biron invited the best masters in Russia, dreaming about luxurious residence. Construction of the palace was completed only in 1768 and now it is a magnificent sample of baroque style with elements of classicism. The Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (from May to October), from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (from November to April). The Museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. You can go round the museum with a guide. The Rundâle Palace Museum is a scientific establishment that investigates Latvian art of earlier periods, collects objects d'art,...

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Lakes

by DanielF

There are not as many lakes in Latvia as in Lithuania, but they looked idyllic during the brilliant days that we enjoyed. We were there in mid spring, so the fields were filled with flowers: Latvia's most beautiful image.

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Not many Restaurants outside of Towns - Veikals

by histamin32

When traveling through rural Latvia, do not count on restaurants or inns in villages and smaller towns. They are rare.On the other hand almost every village has a grocer shop that can be easily spotted by the sign "Veikals". In fact it was in such shops that we usually bought our lunch.

4 regions of Latvia: Latgale

by in4ik

Eastern Region of Latvia - Land of Blue Lakes.Aglona, a spiritual centre for Catholic pilgrimsAn amazing number of lakes: Lubans Lake, the largest lake in Latvia (82.1 km2), Dridzis Lake, the deepest lake in Latvia (63m), Daugavpils Fort, greatest 19th century fort in Latvia.In this region, between Aglona, Kraslava and Ezernieki there are several hundred large and small lakes. This is a fisherman's paradise and a good destination for anyone who enjoys water and nature. Twenty-five kilometres from Rezekne, sheltered by hills, lay Lake Razna, the second biggest lake in the country. 45 km from Rezekne is the particularly beautiful Lake Ezezers with more bays and islands (36) than any other lake in Latvia. Other scenic areas are the Daugava River Valley between Kraslava and Daugavpils, with steep banks up to 40 meters high and Daugavas Loki, the Nature Park where many rare species of plants,...

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4 regions of Latvia: Zemgale

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Central and smallest region of Latvia: many historic monuments, palaces, manors, castles.Birthplace of the Latvian presidents Janis Cakste, Gustavs Zemgals, Alberts Kviesis and Karlis UlmanisZemgale is the smallest of Latvia's regions and is blessed with a great number of distinctive castles and manor houses where you can see and touch history. The Bauska region in particular gives you an opportunity to travel along the path of history from the 9th century through the Medieval to the Baroque period. Bauska lies in the southeast section of Zemgale. This is where the Memele and Musa Rivers meet. On the hill between the two rivers stand the ruins of a Livonian Order Castle under restoration. During the third week of July, visitors can enjoy the Ancient Music Festival held at the castle. Another tourist attraction is Rundale Palace near Bauska. Designed in the 18th century by the...

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4 regions of Latvia: Kurzeme

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Southern region of Latvia that is shaped by the Baltic Sea Ventspils, largest seaport in Baltics Ventas Rumba (Rapids), one of the widest waterfalls in Europe (270 m) The Vineyard on Sabile Mountain for a long time was the most northern point of winery in Europe The Baltic Sea, yielding its gifts of fish and golden amber along the length of the Kurzeme seashore, has shaped the character of this region. Bound by the sea to the north and west, the region is known for its many fishing villages nestled among pines, massive forests and large ice-free ports. The coastal landscape varies - in places there are high sand dunes, elsewhere grassy fields stretch to the sea - all of it wonderful for exploring and spending relaxing holidays. Here are the beaches that you can walk for kilometres without meeting a single soul. The furthest point of Kurzeme to the north, the Kolka Horn, is well worth the...

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4 regions of Latvia: Vidzeme

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Northern region of Latvia: Gauja, Latvia's longest river (452 km); Gaizinkalns, Latvia's highest point above sea level (311.6 m); Gutmanala, Latvia's largest cave (500m3, 10 m high, 10.6 m wide, 8.8-m deep); Gauja National Park, Latvia's first national Nature Park. Vidzeme region is marked by contrasts. Embraced by the Baltic Sea, the Vidzeme coastline is changing dramatically from one point to the next. Within a short distance, the bustling, culturally- sophisticated seaport of Riga, Latvia's capital city, gives way to the white sand beaches and tourist attractions of Jurmala. Travelling northward, the landscape changes yet again as stones of various sizes tossed up by the tides on the Stony seaside of Vidzeme lend this part of the coastline a prehistoric, wild countenance. Travelling into the interior, you can follow the River Gauja, to visit so-called Switzerland of Latvia - Sigulda,...

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When to Go to Latvia

by in4ik

Spring and summer (April through September) are far and away the choicest times of year to visit. These months see better weather, more daylight, fresher food and plenty of folk festivals cropping up nationwide. The weather during this period is suitable for most outdoor activities - as long as you don't mind the slushy and chilly weeks at either end. Winter weather (from November through late March) can be extreme in Latvia, but this period also sees the most theatre performances and concerts and is a skiers' dream. July and August is the peak tourist season, when hotels are often fully booked.

The power of money

by mariquita

Latvia is a country without a past as itself. An outdated nationalistic proud emerged in the XIX century and revived in the late XX century, when it became independent from the USSR.The country has deleted all traces from the strong ties that link it to Russia and discriminates Russian speakers to an intolerable degree for a country that is going to be accepted into the EU.Sad to see how they abhorre of their brilliant Russian roots to become a second class would be Scandinavian country.

Rundales Pils

by AndyRG

It is an impressive palace, it was made by the architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli. There are symmetric gardens at a big area and the rooms have different colours. 1700's residence of the duke of Kurzeme is considered to be the most splendid castle of the baroque era in Latvia. It is about 60 km south of Riga, near Bauska.

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