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Riga
Riga is the gem of the Baltics. It is situated at the mouth of the Daugava, on the shores of the Gulf of Riga on the Baltic. Riga has an ancient history and rich cultural heritage. As Riga has always been located at a juncture of trading routes, it is a multicultural city which means that there are many things to see here.
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Why to come to Riga
Riga – European Capital of Culture 2014
Riga is already a venue for cultural events on an International scale, but in 2014 it will become the cultural epicentre of Europe. During its year as the European Capital of Culture, hundreds of special events will take place - culture in the very broadest sense. For 365 days a year a new understanding of culture will emerge as a positive force of change in people's lives. This year, cultural personalities are already warming up for Riga as European Capital of Culture 2014 with a variety of interesting events.
Riga - A place where centuries meet
Riga streets bear its over 800-year-long history: the many centuries and rulers, Art Nouveau architecture and Modernism, wooden buildings and masonry. Yet the city is still young and its cultural & historic environment blends with diverse contemporary events. Legend has it that Riga will never be finished... Riga is a city that lives and develops.
Riga – an architectural pearl!
Architecture of Riga is beautiful and diverse. A heritage of 800 years old Gothic churches, built by the founders of Riga, medieval buildings in the Old Town, exquisite Art Nouveau, as well as wooden buildings make Riga a true pearl of architecture.
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Riga – capital of gastronomy
Riga’s restaurants offer fusion cuisine, where one can taste Latvian traditional meals, and original meals offering an astonishing combination of tastes and taking you on an exciting gastronomic journey.
Riga – city for shopping
The Old Town is cut out for leisurely shopping – little shops offering souvenirs, art galleries are settled in the narrow streets of the Old Town, but shopping centres offer many items both of foreign and local brands.
Riga no.4 on Lonely Planet Top10 cities list for 2014