Country Archive: Latvia
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/2012-06-17.jpg "Trakai Island Castle")
Backpacking in the Baltics
![[Foto]](../../regions/europe/img/baltic12.gif "Baltics 2012")
On my recent trip through the Baltics, I had the impression that there are two types of backpackers: the "regular" backpackers – and me. Whereas the former typically concentrate on the three capitals, I have spent most of my time exploring the nature, which is (in my opinion) the true gem of this region. Continue reading Backpacking in the Baltics
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/2012-06-25.jpg "Sandstone Cliff at Gauja River")
Rainy, Cloudy, Go!
This weekend, I had to plan around the rainy periods. In the end, however, I had enough time for exploring Gauja National Park with its both attractions: river and castles. Continue reading Rainy, Cloudy, Go!
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/2012-06-24.jpg "Midsummer Fire")
Jāņi, the Midsummer Celebration
In the night from June 23 to June 24, all of Latvia celebrates the summer solstice – a very interesting celebration! Continue reading Jāņi, the Midsummer Celebration
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/2012-06-22.jpg "Old Town")
Riga, or: Art Nouveau and Wood
My third capital on this trip – sightseeing is slowly getting hard work! Therefore, I chose a rather relaxed itinerary. Nonetheless, I have seen a bit of the city. Continue reading Riga, or: Art Nouveau and Wood
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/2012-06-20.jpg "Dinaburg")
Daugava River Bends
The train going from Lithuania to Latvia stops in Daugavpils, which in turn is close to the nature park "Daugavas Loki". Therefore, I went on a short visit. Continue reading Daugava River Bends