Sunsets, Solstices, and Saying Goodbye

I’m writing this the morning after the summer solstice celebrations. My friends and I spent the night on the beach, dancing to Latvian music with flower crowns in our hair, ...

Every year on the night of June 23rd, Latvians gather across the country to celebrate Līgo, one of the most cherished and ancient traditions in Latvia. This midsummer festival ...

Russian literature is renowned for its profound depth, complex characters, and exploration of the human soul. Over the decades, many of these literary masterpieces have been ...

Tucked away in the southeastern corner of Latvia, Daugavpils stands as the country’s second-largest city — a place where history, culture, and language intertwine to create a ...

Latvia, nestled in the heart of the Baltics, is often overshadowed by its charming capital, Riga. While Riga dazzles with its art nouveau architecture and vibrant cultural ...

Russia is a country rich in traditions, folklore, and a deep cultural tapestry woven with centuries of beliefs — many of which are superstitions (суеверие) that continue to ...

Planning a trip to a Russian-speaking country or dining at a Russian restaurant? Knowing just a few key phrases can make your experience smoother... and tastier! In this ...

Learning Russian can be challenging — especially when it comes to pronunciation. With its rolled R’s, soft consonants, and complex clusters of sounds, it’s no wonder many ...

If you’ve been studying Russian for a while and feel like you’ve hit a plateau, you’re not alone. One of the most powerful ways to break through that barrier is immersion — ...

On May 4th, Latvia celebrates Restoration of Independence Day (Latvijas Republikas Neatkarības atjaunošanas diena), a national holiday marking the country’s declaration of ...

After spending a month in Riga, I was eager to experience the city in a more unconventional way — something that would bring me closer to its cultural soul. That’s when I ...

The Easter weekend brought unexpectedly sunny skies and delightfully pleasant weather. With both Friday and Monday off, we students at the Liden & Denz School in Riga had ...