A New, Interesting Yet Low-Priced City Break Destination

Some say that Riga is the new Prague. Othersmassages and on-site Casinos as gambling is a
consider it an up market alternative to Amsterdam.favourite national pastime!
Its shopping district is referred to as 'Little Paris'. TheWith an excellent nightlife easily rivalling (and
truth is that Riga, the capital city of Latvia, hasbettering) that in other Eastern European cities, Riga
always boasted a rich and colourful heritage withmakes for the perfect stag/hen weekend away and
cobbled streets, beautiful architecture and exquisiteoffers you an unrushed, clean, green and affordable
boutiques and it is a melting pot of the very bestalternative to Amsterdam. Shopping is great in Riga
that East and West Europe has to offer. Withas you can pick up designer bargains along with
travellers now demanding a wider variety of new andhandmade chocolates, which are unique to Riga.
exciting destinations to visit, Riga, nestled betweenFor tourists who love history, the architecture in Riga
Estonia and Lithuania and bordering Russia, providesis sure to please. Riga is known for its historical
the perfect platform to explore the Baltic States.monuments and structures. Structures like The
With low air fares now widely available and anMelngalvju House, The Small Guild, The Large Guild,
excellent choice of modern and traditional hotels, RigaThe Large Guild, Latvian National Opera, The
is fast becoming one of the most popular city breakFreedom Monument and many more including
destinations ranging from short stays of 2 or 3 nightschurches like The Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's
up to week long stays. Most hotels offer fantasticLutheran Church and St. John's Lutheran Church.