It is with great sorrow that my time at Liden & Denz has yet come to an end. After my past two months experience in Riga, I truly grew fond of this city and its people. ...
Only an hour drive away from Riga, Jelgava is a Latvian wonder. As the largest city in the Zemgale region, Jelgava is renowned for its old architecture and splendid scenery. ...
If you are studying at Liden & Denz, you have surely noticed the Russian Library in Riga, one floor below the school. Some students may even have been lucky enough to have ...
Proverbs have always been a great way to delve into various cultures around the world. It is then no surprise that this also applies to the Russian language and culture. ...
Are you one of those people who want to improve their Russian skills, but don’t know where to start? Do you feel overwhelmed by the vast amount of resources online? If the ...
Recently, I hopped on a train to visit another popular tourist destination in Latvia. Known as Cēsis, the town instantly welcomes you with the mountainous fresh air and great ...
Are you an avid lover of modern art? Or are you maybe just looking for other breathtaking museums in Riga? If that’s your case, the Zuzeum Art Center Museum has to be on your ...
Are you a hopeless romantic yourself? Or maybe just an avid reader of the Russian classics? If this resonates with you, then you might consider getting acquainted with ...
Located in the beautiful Gauja valley, the Castle of the Livonian Order in Sigulda never fails to impress. It was last weekend that I decided to pay it a visit. Although ...
Nowadays, every culture has its superstitions. From black cats to breaking mirrors, anyone has their perks. Likewise, that is often the case with Russians. Although idioms are ...
Among other Russian historical figures, Tsar Peter I might be at the top of the list. Commonly referred to as Peter the Great, his memory has long survived through history. ...
The Ethnographic Open-Air Museum of Latvia is an exceptional tourist attraction for those interested in Latvia’s rural landscape. Just a half hour drive away from the city ...
