A melting pot of cultures, Latvia’s capital of Riga is a delight to explore. A glance up from the cobblestone streets of the UNESCO-listed Old Town reveals the finest collection of art nouveau architecture in all of Europe. Riga Cathedral’s grand exterior dominates the cityscape in this area, and one of the world’s largest pipe organs stands inside. Housed in five pavilions constructed from former German airship hangars and offering delicious street food, souvenirs, fresh flowers and local produce, the Riga Central Market is the largest indoor market in Europe and a great way to explore the diversity of the city. The pretty green haven of Vermanes Garden is a short walk away. Outside of Riga, the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum offers the opportunity to try your hand at weaving and woodworking, shop for local crafts and sample traditional Latvian foods, all at a lovely lakeside location.
A melting pot of cultures, Latvia’s capital of Riga is a delight to explore. A glance up from the cobblestone streets of the UNESCO-listed Old Town reveals the finest collection of art nouveau architecture in all of Europe. Riga Cathedral’s grand exterior dominates the cityscape in this area, and one of the world’s largest pipe organs stands inside. Housed in five pavilions constructed from former German airship hangars and offering delicious street food, souvenirs, fresh flowers and local produce, the Riga Central Market is the largest indoor market in Europe and a great way to explore the diversity of the city. The pretty green haven of Vermanes Garden is a short walk away. Outside of Riga, the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum offers the opportunity to try your hand at weaving and woodworking, shop for local crafts and sample traditional Latvian foods, all at a lovely lakeside location.