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A Latvian winter
Winter is upon us once again so bring your furry hats, snow boots and scarves out of the closet and get ready for cold, dark nights until April or, God help us, even May. Latvia does however offer some very cool things to do in the cold season like snowboarding, ice-skating and even bobsleighing, so there’s no reason to reach for the Prozac just yet. Even if you’re not the outdoorsy type, there’s plenty of hot mulled wine to be had in cosy pubs in Old Riga.
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Dodo Hotel
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Karosta Prison
Latvia’s very own version of Alcatraz, but without the water, the sharks and the view of the Golden Gate bridge. The ominous brick building has however been witness to some ghastly crimes over
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Hotel Kolumbs
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House of Craftsmen
You can see how Latvians have created beautiful woven items over the centuries in this weavers’ workshop and buy various items fresh off the loom. The historic house is also known for the fact
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It's the perfect place to take a rest after a visit to the quarter of Riga with all those beautiful Jugendstil buildings. Actually, you can sit at the window and have a view on a white/blue house designed by Michail Eisenstein (4a).The dark chocolat[...]
It was horrible. The worst kebab in my life. As if I ate some tasteless sandwich with ketchup ...[...]
A huge disappointment. There wasn't so many shops around centre but restaurants were good.[...]
very nice place, and i really enjoyed the possibility to get breakfast meal in the middle of the day and you can order also something specific what isn't in the menu.[...]
They have recently expanded by adding a few rooms. (The price is still one lat). Lots of little jugendstil knick knacks. Nice store with real jungend lampens across the street.[...]
This is a great place to be! very cool bands and very low prices. Great people and a nice place to meet friends![...]
best kebab in riga. and cheap beer too:)[...]
The price in this place changes depending on whether you are local or a foreigner (expect to pay more for drinks if you're not Latvian!) Latvian small money all looks the same but don't expect the rude bar staff to understand this as they'll tell yo[...]
I've found that service at Double Coffee to be absurdly slow. One time even an hour to make a sandwich. I've also noticed this at multiple locations as well. To be honest, I avoid this place completely, there are so many more better choices for brea[...]
good meal+coffee for a good price. noticed that they had some tasteful souvenirs, too.[...]
In 2008 when Coyote was not so crowded we germans have been in there often. I think it was winter and also in spring. It never was a problem but later end of 2008 no chance anymore. There were enough LV people in and so they dont need us anymore. Bu[...]
I agree with Andis. It`s not like anyone forced you to go to these clubs/bars and buy something. You did it yourself! If you want to order the cheapest champaign, then do so, but if you don`t then do not arrgue for ordering the most expensive.We hav[...]
Excellent service, lovely food and full of satisfied diners. What more could you ask for?[...]
Hi,I am from Germany and we went their with our politics class for a student trip. We all were about 18 years old and from the highest german school grade. I don't want to talk about the location we stayed in because I still fear for my life althoug[...]
My friend got turned away at the door because they said they 'don't let Jews in', another friend was called a gypsy, and non-latvians are clearly not welcome and they let you know it. This club is racist and not even worth the effort. I hope this pl[...]