Day of the Restoration of Independence of the Republic of Latvia

📣 Traveler notes

Latvia is a Baltic state featuring diverse attractions, including the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town of Riga. Other sites include Liepāja's coastal biome, Kuldīga's UNESCO-recognized waterfall, and Cēsis' medieval castle ruins. The country has extensive forest cover, offering numerous nature trails and parks.

• New Year's Eve festivities run from December 31st to January 1st (local and street events).
• Traditional Easter celebrations (Lieldienas) typically occur in April, often involving town center events.
• The Summer Solstice (Vasaras saulgrieži) involves traditional celebrations across Latvia, notably in Sigulda.
• Event schedules and tickets can be obtained at bilesuparadize.lv.
• Latvians are reserved and value personal space; avoid initiating conversations with strangers. Avoid discussing personal finances, politics, or religion until you know the person well. Littering is illegal and frowned upon. Basic courtesies, like holding doors, are appreciated.