An Intern’s Farewell: Ten Weeks in Riga

04 Aug 2023

How quickly time flies by! It feels like it was yesterday when I was worrying over writing my first article ever (my self-introduction) and yet at the same time it feels so ...
01 Aug 2023

Viestura dārzs is a hidden gem of Riga that carries mementos of Riga’s history. Nestled close to the Art Nouveau quarters and a mere 20-minute walk from the Old Town, this ...
27 Jul 2023

Saunas are an integral part of the culture in countries with harsh climates, and both Latvia and Russia are no exceptions. In Latvia, the sauna, known as "pirts" in Latvian, ...
24 Jul 2023

Daugavpils is the second largest city in Latvia, located close to Latvia's border with Russia, Lithuania, and Belarus. If you ever need a change of scenery or want to learn ...
11 Jul 2023

On the occasion of the National Song and Dance Festival this week, Riga is alive with the celebration of its culture and history. Anyone walking on the streets in Riga can ...
10 Jul 2023

If you have seen a photo of the skyline of Riga, then you might have noticed the rooster perching on top of major churches in the heart of the Old Town. These roosters you see ...
09 Jul 2023

It is an undeniable fact that language immersion is the best way to learn a language. However, if immersion in an authentic language learning environment is not possible, the ...
06 Jul 2023

Riga, the capital city of Latvia, is celebrated worldwide for its exceptional Art Nouveau architecture, known as "jūgendstils" in Latvian. According to its listing on the ...
30 Jun 2023

Frustration is an inevitable part of language learning, as it can feel like you're putting in a lot of effort without seeing immediate results. This is when many language ...
28 Jun 2023

Learning a new language can be an exciting and rewarding journey, and for those aspiring to master the Russian language, OpenRussian.org is a valuable Russian learning website ...
27 Jun 2023

Any student of Liden & Denz in Riga is familiar with the brand Советское Шампанское (Sovetskoje Shampanskoje, literally translated as "Soviet Champagne") as it is ...
23 Jun 2023

The Cyrillic alphabet, known for its distinctive and elegant script, has played a significant role in shaping the cultural and linguistic landscape of many Slavic countries. ...