Riga
4. juli 2022, Latvia ⋅ ☀️ 70 °FFirst glimpse of Riga, Latvia. Looks like there’s lots to “a-spire” to!
First glimpse of Riga, Latvia. Looks like there’s lots to “a-spire” to!
The Latvian Riflemen Monument is a controversial landmark here in Riga. Some Latvians consider it a Communist statue. Others see it as an homage to the citizens who fought in World War I.
Starting in 1334, men belonging to an organization called “The Blackheads” lived in this fanciful looking building. The Blackheads were young, unmarried merchants, sea captains, and goldsmiths.Les mer
Is it just me, or does the Madonna look a little freaked out by this child?
I’m a sucker for a nice astronomical clock.
The legacy of war and oppression is everywhere you look in Riga, Latvia. Larry and I saw several canons repurposed by doorways as we wandered through the old part of town.
Riga offers many museumsLes mer
When traveling, photos and journal are my main souvenirs. That said, when we come across local artisans selling regionally made items, I like to buy a trinket or two.
Today we stumbled upon a smallLes mer
I’m on a quest to find black rye bread flavored ice cream here in Riga today, but so far I’m striking out. There’s also a dessert featuring cranberries and dark rye bread that intriguesLes mer
It’s been ages since I read Joseph Campbell, but did he ever touch on the preponderance of crones on brooms around the world? (This one reminds me of Italy’s La Befana, but I see similar ones inLes mer
Two to Travel 😁