Nature and Art Nouveau

Relatively unheard of when speaking of European capitals. Riga has the potential to allow an engaging holiday. During my time here it gave me the regular fill of history, museums and local attractions. From retrospect and knowing friends who visited in other times. I felt my trip was unknowingly well timed. This was late during the year, two weeks before Christmas. Even for a small city it looked lively and cosy at the same time. The nouveau architecture also comes as a refreshing change. It's got some of the biggest markets I saw in this part of the world. Although I was told it tends to be bigger and lovelier during the summers. The museums, most notably the museum of occupation was very worth the time. From my hostel I managed to join a free walking tour. Such a thing or even socialising with locals and getting information via them opens up the city to you in a different sort of a way. The central market with its offerings was a nice peak into the local lives. There are boat tours to be had as well. You'll also find several historic points of interest and also the modern part of the city to enjoy the comforts you seek from urban holidays. #myhiddengems #riga #europe #100waysoftravel #latvia #summerdestinations