iPad in Riga Sun Museum
Tartu Finnish and International School made a school trip to Riga. We had a connection via Skype between the Sun museum in Riga and our school in Tartu.
Museum of Occupation, Riga Latvia
The Museum of Occupation is next to the Tourist Information Office in Riga with free admittance. It is depressing but a traveler would be negligent not to learn about a country's history. Poor Latvia underwent 51 years of occupation. First the Soviets, then Nazis, then Soviets once again. Inhuman conditions and brutal Siberian exile for entire families. It's no wonder the older people in the Baltics don't smile. They've been repressed for their entire lives.
It is estimated that over 6 million people died in the Russian gulags!
Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation
di Gianluca Procaccini
Rīgas vēstures un kuģniecības muzejs
Palasta iela 4, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Lettonia
Riga Art Museum (Latvia)
LNMM (Latvijas Nacionālais Mākslas Muzejs)
Īss Ieskats izstādē.
School work.
Video by Sandis Bušmanis
Riga! So in love with this city!
Короткая поездка в прекрасный город, красота на каждом шагу, лучший в мире бар Easy Wine
Rīgas Motormuzejs - Riga Motor Museum 2017
Rīgas Motormuzejs - Riga Motor Museum 2017
EXPLORING LATVIA'S BEACHES!
Follow our adventures discovering the seaside cities of #Saulkrasti and #Jurmala in# Latvia.
- Saulkrasti is a town on the east coast of Riga. The town motto is: The town closer to the Sun. Town which carries the name of the Sun. Saulkrasti carries its present name since 1933, when the villages of east coast of Gulf of Riga were merged into one common municipal structure, and since 1991 is a town.
Saulkrasti is the home to the annual Saulkrasti Jazz Festival.
- Jūrmala is located just 30 minutes from Riga. While Latvia was part of the Soviet Union, Jūrmala was a favorite holiday-resort and tourist destination for high-level Communist Party officials and today remains an upscale tourist attraction.
.
SONG: Baybreeze - Fortythr33
.
Connect with me:
BLOG:
FACEBOOK:
.
.
The National History Museum of Latvia
History of the Museum --
The National History Museum of Latvia, the largest repository of Latvian material culture, was founded in 1869 as the Museum of the Science Committee of the Riga Latvian Society. To enable a better understanding of its foundation and aims, it is necessary to become acquainted with the social setting of Riga more than a century ago.
Introduction
Right up until the 1860s, Riga was a fortified bastion, with its infrastructural and economic development determined by military strategy. It was only following change in strategic considerations, and after dismantling the fortifications, that this ancient trading town developed into an industrial centre with a multi-national population. According to the census of 1867, of the 102 590 citizens 42.9 % were German, 25.1 % Russian and 23.6 % Latvian. Contemporary author Mat_ss Kaudz_te characterized his own national segment of the population as follows: Until the middle of the last century Latvians did not recognize themselves as such, but referred to themselves as none other as farmer, for this is how they were called by those who seemed to be, or were, the ones above them. And indeed, by occupation and status they were nothing else. Even if the appellation Latvian was employed, this was understood to mean farmer, because none imagined that farmer and Latvian were two separate concepts.
The Latvians who had gained prosperity in Riga learned the German language and often denied their ethnic roots. It was not easy to identify their compatriots in the city.
Conditions changed during the latter half of the 19th century following the repeal of discriminatory legislation against farmers. Increasing numbers of Latvians came to Riga and their lifestyles underwent profound changes. The development of a Latvian identity and a growth in its intelligentsia led to an enhanced level of national self-esteem, and Latvians found a need for a social organization to enable purposeful gathering and a venue for cultural recreation, exchange of information and furthering of knowledge.
Latvian Museum of Photography
It is a national institution by the importance of the objects it conserves the research for a national identity, to rediscover past. It is hoped that a growing number of international visitors will find that the concerns of this country and its government are not just those of mercantile strength, technological ingenuity or ethnic self admiration.
The Museum answers the need for the collection, preservation and exhibition of national photographic values. Its research is directed into the history of Latvian photography as an inseparable and unique component of Latvian ethnic culture and into its role as part of the overall evolution of photography in the world.
The permanent exposition and exhibition gallery together with an archive and library facility covers 363 square meters presently.
The collection contains photographs, from those produced by historic processes of the 19th century (such as daguerrotypes), to our times; transparencies, negatives, photographic equipment, documents of archival value, books and magazines.
The Permanent Exposition
Illustrates the growth and development of photography in Latvia from 1839 to 1941, and contains daguerrotypes, ambrotypes, silver-gelatine photographs, and equipment.
Camera MINOX and full set of accessories represent technology of the 1930 ties.
The museum possesses full information on practical realization of this invention.
The collection of images gives insight in political and cultural history of Latvia.
KNITTING VLOG - Riga craft market
I took a cruise to the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum's craft market! Follow me along if you want to see Riga's finest knitted mittens and of course my haul from the trip!
Click 'SHOW MORE' below.
WHAT I AM KNITTING
- Minamo, by Alice Caetano
- Dye Ninja High Twist Merino Fingering, colorway: Stranger on the Shore
- My Minamo on Ravelry
WHAT I AM WEARING
- Vans Old Skool Shoes
- Wolford Tights
- Bondelid Pernilla Skirt
- H&M T-Shirt
- King Louie Cardi Heart Ajour
WHAT I BOUGHT
- Mittens of Latvia, Maruta Grasmane
- Slippers Filca čības
- Latvian mittens – I unfortunately don't remember the name of the stand. Here you can find similar ones in case you visit Riga: Sena Klets
FIND ME
Ravelry –
Instagram –
Riga, Latvia Part 2 of 2
Singers in traditional costume, Riga, Latvia - 24 July 2013. Near to the Dome. .
Riga In Your Pocket - Kids' Riga
Check out the information below on the places mentioned in the movie.
LIDO atpūtas centrs
If Paul Bunyon built a log cabin in Latvia it would look like this! Mr. Ķirsons of the LIDO Empire has outdone himself with the biggest buffet of home cookin' this country has ever seen. Enter the tremendous cellar and discover another restaurant with two bars which serve beer brewed on the premises. Weekends are family days with various activities for the kids including in-line skating and there's live singing and dancing every night from 19:00. Take bus N°12 from the train station directly or tram N°3, 7 or 9 to the 'Atpūtas centrs LIDO' stop and walk about 5 - 10 minutes in the direction of the huge windmill.
Riga National Zoo
Take a look at a wide variety of animals from around the globe including tortoises from the Galapagos, Japanese macaques, Bactrian camels, African zebras, lions, tigers, giraffes and hippopotami, Asian red pandas and European bears, wolves and seals. The zoo also has a top-notch tropical house filled with rare birds, snakes, frogs and insects. Take tram N°11 from Barona to the Mežaparks stop.
Sun Museum
Iveta Gražule, the museum's owner and curator, began collecting images of the sun with the purchase of a silver necklace ornament in Portugal in 1999. Over the years her collection grew so large that she finally decided to open a museum to house it. View over 350 porcelain, metal, iron, wood, papier-mâché, coconut and glass wall decorations of the sun from 43 countries and six continents at Europe's only sun museum. You can also paint your own plaster sun in the workshop, which is included in the price of admission. Not surprisingly, the collection keeps growing as visitors donate their own sun mirrors, clocks, plates and ceremonial masks from around the globe.
Uzvaras Park Cross Country Track
For only 3Ls/hour you can rent cross-country skis and boots and glide around the snow-covered lawn just beyond the massive Soviet Victory monument right here in Riga on the left bank of the river. Take tram N°10 from Grēcinieku to either the Slokas iela or Arkādijas parks stop.
T.G.I.Friday's
Local anti-globalisation fanatics may be upset, but expats and tourists can't get enough of this American chain of bar/restaurants. The average Joe or Jānis may gripe about paying almost 6Ls for a burger, but it could also be argued that the abnormally large portions more than justify the price. Enjoy steaks, ribs, nachos and a huge selection of cocktails.
K|I|D
Its bright white walls, modern interior design, fresh flowers and hanging paintings make one feel as if they're dining in a trendy art gallery. The wide variety of reasonably priced soups, salads, pastas and main courses are quite tasty but if you're in a hurry you might be better off hitting the 3.50Ls salad bar. If you've got children you can even leave them with a qualified babysitter in the kids' room.
Vairāk Saules
The name means 'more sun,' but we prefer the title 'more places like this please.' Although the uniformed staff, colourful menus and interior design give this restaurant a slightly corporate chain feel, the service is genuinely friendly and the food, whether it be pizzas, pastas, seafood or vegetarian dishes, is fantastic. It also provides a kids' play area for the little ones and a children's menu.
Shot and edited by Nienke Bos - Riga In Your Pocket
For more information check out riga.inyourpocket.com
Jaunais Rīgas Motormuzejs - New Riga Motor Museum
Latvian Railway History Museum in May 2010.wmv
May 14, 2010
Riga, Latvia
Come join TheCeļotājs visit to the Latvian Railway History Museum, Riga Branch located at Uzvaras boulevard 2/4 and the west bank of the Daugava.
The Latvian Railway history museum was founded on August 30, 1994, along with the establishment of its two branches in Riga and Jelgava. In Riga, the museum is situated on the west bank of the Daugava River at Uzvaras Boulevard in an old engine warehouse.
There are more than a thousand items, documents and photographs in the museum collection. Communications and signaling equipment, tools and instruments of railroad repairmen, uniforms and distinguishing badges, station interior objects, tickets and delivery notes are all on display. Station buildings and railway bridges built during the time of first Republic of Latvia, the history of the railway evolution in Riga city, as well as Latvian Railway personnel are shown in the exhibited documents and photographs.
The Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation
The Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation is the oldest in Latvia and the the whole Baltics, and one of the oldest in Europe. The Museum is situated in Old Riga, in a remarkable architectural monument of the 13th20th centuries the ensemble of the Riga Dom.
The History of the Museum dates back to the 18th century. The rich and diverse collections of the Museum originated from an art and natural sciences collection of Nikolaus von Himsel (17291764), a Riga doctor. Upon his death, his mother Catherina von Himsel carried out his wish to have his collection handed over to the city of Riga. On 22 February 1773, the Riga Town Council founded a museum, named it after Himsel and allocated to it the premises of the so-called Anatomical Theatre at Kalēju Street 34/36 (the building has not survived). In 1791, the Himsel Museum was moved to the east wing of the Dom ensemble, which had been rebuilt to accommodate the city library and the museum. An evidence of this is the image of an astrolabe and the inscription Museum on the pediment of the building. In 1816, a special Arts Cabinet was opened, while in 1881 the merging the collections of the Himsel Museum and the City numismatic collection formed the City Coin Cabinet.
Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum Part I
Come and join ''TheCelotajs'' take a journey back through early time by strolling through the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum Part I.
''TheCelotajs'' Note: Due to the size of the museum, the area it covers, its many different buildings and exhibits as well as the amount to photographs taken to show it all, I had to divide this presentation into four parts so you can enjoy it and see it all. Each part is 10 minutes long, so if you don't get through it all in one setting, feel free to return as many times as you want to complete your journey through time past.
When entering the tiny Latvia of the former times that hides unobtrusively behind the pine forest at Lake Jugla, dont strive to perceive it as a reality for it was a reality only to those who have gone long long ago. But the objects, structures and households still continue to exist. You, as a visitor and a stranger will be rewarded with the intimacy of these treasures of our predecessors from times past. This feeling, like any reminiscence of contemporary man, may be vague, imperfect or too subjective though nursed by many and winnowed by the time.
And yet, when walking into the dim rooms of our forefathers and bending your head to the low lintel do remember the symbolic meaning of the movement and pay homage to the history of Latvian people.
At present 121 ancient buildings with more than 3000 household objects are on display in the area of 87 hectars.
Continued On Part II
Riga Centre Sun Apartments, Rīga, Latvia, HD Review
Book it now! Save up to 20% -
Riga Centre Sun Apartments is located in Rīga, a 15-minute walk from the Riga Central Train Station and a 20-minute walk from the Old Town. Free Wi-Fi access and private parking area available.
Accommodation will provide you with a flat-screen TV, a seating area and cable channels. There is a full kitchen with a dining area. Featuring a bath, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out the Freedom Monument 1.2 miles away. The Central Market is 0.9 miles away.
Latgale Suburb is a great choice for travelers interested in Old Town , Architecture and Museums .
The Dance Screen revealed at Audain Art Museum in Whistler | Vancouver Sun
EVS in Latvia_EXPERIENCE_Song and Dance Celebration_DAY6
Take a look behind the scenes of the first big concert of the Latvian Song and Dance Celebration of 2018!
This video includes: sun (!), happy and tired dancers, awesome Zane sharing her love for dance (and her mysteriously cropped head).
Don't forget to follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/wanderluc_/