"Let There Be Love" Riga Region by SapineKuu

Riga Region Travel Guide: 1,982 reviews and 4,592 photos

Tevzemei Un Brivibai - For Fatherland & Freedom

Milda - A Beautiful Personification of Freedom

'We the people fight for our existence
We don't claim to be perfect but we're free
We dream our dreams alone without resistence
Fading like the stars we wish to be'
Little By Little - Oasis

The Freedom Monument or 'Milda' as she is affectionately known is a famous Riga sculpture. She watches over a city enjoying the freedom and independence it so richly deserves. It warms the heart to see the daily flowers left by young and old alike.

Sign Your Name Across My Heart

Locks of Devotion

'My bounty is as boundless as the sea,
My love as deep; the more I give to thee,
The more I have, for both are infinite.'
Romeo and Juliet 2 ii
Riga is a romantic city. These padlocks engraved with the names of star-crossed lovers can be found attached to many bridges in the city parks. The commitment sealed by a kiss and the key thrown into the river below - a beautiful gesture to enduring relationships.

The Joys of Winter

Skating as the Light is Fading

'Snow can wait
I forgot my mittens
Wipe my nose, get my new boots on
I get a little warm in my heart
When I think of winter
I put my hand in my father's glove'

'Winter' - Tori Amos
Riga is a wonderful city in winter, the statues and roof tops dressed in snow, the skaters and the warm lights of cafe bars and restaurants welcoming the traveller in the fading light.

Intro Updated Oct 26, 2008
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Written Sep 30, 2006

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Salaspils - In remembrance of things past

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FletteMette Oct 6, 2006 at 12:34 AM

Takk!:o) You were in Riga? Hey, did you see a redheaded girl snapping photos of manhole covers and whatnot....?;o)
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Bilimari Jul 30, 2006 at 3:48 PM

I was in Riga in Nov. and loved the serenity in the town.
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Bigs Jul 1, 2006 at 4:11 AM

You are right, places with normal daily life are always worth a visit and much more authentic than the tourist paths...
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LanaFromRiga Jun 29, 2006 at 10:59 PM

Hello from sunny Riga. Your page is an interesting view to my city. I like it!